Year 6 into 7 Transition

Welcome to The Deepings School!

We are thrilled to be welcoming your child to our vibrant and dynamic community. At The Deepings School, we are committed to creating an environment where students feel happy, safe, and supported. I understand that starting secondary school is a huge change for our students, and everyone at the school is dedicated to making the transition as smooth, exciting, and enjoyable as possible.

The move from primary school to secondary school is a huge change for both children and their parents. We recognise that to have a smooth and successful start to Year 7 it is key to provide you with all the information you need. Please take some time to explore our Year 6 - Year 7 transition information, and remember we have a dedicated transition team here to help you with any further queries.

We are working closely with all primary schools to ensure the transition from primary to secondary school is as smooth as possible. We firmly believe that by offering early induction days, this will allow students to be less apprehensive about starting the next phase of their educational journey.

Transition booklet for useful information ahead of September:  Transition guide 2026/2027

Upcoming events:

We are looking forward to your child joining us on our upcoming transition days: 

  • Friday 26 June 2026 – SEND only 
  • Monday 29 June 2026  
  • Tuesday 30 June 2026 

Students must be dropped off at 9:00am and collected at 2:30pm on each day. Arrive at the main car park, there will be a signposted entrance to the right of main reception.  

Please complete the booking form linked below for your child to attend. You must complete the form in full with two contacts for the day, as well as any SEND, medical, dietary needs and if required, they have permission to walk home. 

Students should attend in their primary school uniform and bring a refillable water bottle. 

Lunch will be provided on each day, please select your child’s preferences on the form.   

Itinerary for the transition days as follows: 

  • Welcome assemblies 
  • Activities throughout the day with year 7 tutors  
  • Taster lessons: English, Maths, Science, Geography, History, PE, Art, PHSE  
  • SEND intervention tasters and ‘meet the teaching assistant’ activities (Friday only) 

We understand the main dining hall may be overwhelming for year 6 students therefore we have organised a quieter setting for break and lunchtimes in our year 7 café which is quieter and more relaxed.  

Additional SEND transition day – Friday 26 June 2026 

Your primary school will let you know if your child has been selected to attend our additional day on Friday 26 June 2026. This day is aimed at students with any SEND needs or those that may need additional support in transition to secondary school. 

Year 7 tutors will be available on the day, however please do remind students that tutor groups are not yet finalised and are subject to change ahead of September. 

Booking form 

Please complete the form in full, all consent, medical and dietary needs must be completed. 

Transition Days – Fill in form 

This form is also available on or website. To ensure the smooth running of our events please ensure forms are completed by Friday 19th June 2026, the form will close at 4pm. 

Parents Welcome Evenings 

We are hosting the following information evenings to parents if you wish to attend to meet the tutors, staff and ask any questions ahead of September. There is an option on the above form to let us know if you are attending. 

  • SEND – Wednesday 24 June 2026 prompt 5pm start. 
  • Tuesday 30 June 2026 prompt 6pm start. 

If you are not able to join a welcome evening and have any other questions about your child starting The Deepings School, please contact admissions@deepings.anthemtrust.uk  

We are looking forward to welcoming our new Year 6 students to our school. Our staff and students are committed to making everyone feel safe, supported and welcome, helping to ease any worries and ensuring a positive start to this exciting new chapter. 

Please find links below from LCC transport:

 

Applying for transport

Lincolnshire children starting secondary school in September 2026

If your child is starting primary school or transferring to secondary school in September 2026 they may be eligible for school transport.  If you think your child is eligible please apply for transport from 2 March (secondary offer day) or 16 April (primary offer day) once you have your offer of a school place. Applications can be made online at the website below.

Please do not apply until you have a formal offer of a school place.

For more information about the home to school transport policy and online applications please go to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/school-college-transport.   Queries can be emailed to schooltransportapplications@lincolnshire.gov.uk. 

Secondary aged pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who are eligible to transport are also eligible for Independent Travel Training (ITT).

This is a free service offered by Lincolnshire County Council that has had great success training and supporting children and young people to travel independently.

For more information about ITT please go to Request Independent Travel Training – Lincolnshire County Council

Transport is provided by Lincolnshire County council and is not managed by the school. For all transport enquiries please speak to Lincolnshire County Council School Transport department.

 

Behaviour Policy

Code of conduct and LCC expectations on transport:

Code of conduct for school and college transport  – Lincolnshire County Council

 

Bus Pass Information

Replacement bus passes can be ordered via the LCC website and there is currently a £5.00 charge for any that have been damaged, lost or stolen. The students TRA number will be needed when ordering a pass:

Pay for a replacement school bus or rail pass | Student details – Lincolnshire County Council