Year 6 Transition
Starting secondary school is an exciting milestone, and at Airedale Academy we work hard to make sure every child feels confident, supported, and ready for the journey ahead.
We believe that a successful transition begins long before pupils arrive on their first day. Once a place has been allocated, we work closely with our primary schools to get to know each child as an individual, their strengths, interests, and the things that will help them settle quickly into life at Airedale.
Our well-established transition programme includes a range of activities designed to make the move to secondary school smooth and enjoyable.
Pupil Induction
Every Year 6 pupil who has been offered a place is invited to take part in our transition events in the summer term. These include our ‘Year 6 Induction Evening’ and ‘Year 6 Transition Day’, where pupils meet their new form group, make new friends, and get to know the staff who will guide and support them during their time at Airedale Academy.
Parent Induction
We also hold a ‘Year 6 Induction Evening’ to welcome families and share key information about the Academy’s routines, expectations, and values. It’s a great opportunity to meet the Headteacher, senior staff and your child’s Year Leader, ask questions, and feel part of the Airedale community from the very start.
Ongoing Support
Our commitment to transition doesn’t end in September. Form tutors and pastoral staff continue to support pupils closely as they move through the Academy, building strong, lasting relationships with both pupils and their families.
2026 Induction Events
Monday 22nd June: Non-Feeder School Tour and Talk 3.30pm -4.15pm
This is designed for students who have recently moved to area or who are coming to Airedale from schools in the catchment area but may not have many other peers from the primary school, to introduce them to the school and introduce other students who may be in a similar position. This is a tour around the school and an opportunity to meet the Head of Year. Your parent/carers will be contacted to arrange this session.
Monday 29th June: Induction Day
This event is for ALL PUPILS Your parents and carers need to plan for you to come directly to Airedale Academy. You should arrive at school for an 8:45am start. When you arrive, you will be escorted by academy staff to straight to the theatre for your first assembly at Airedale Academy. There will be a full programme of sessions for the day. We will provide lunch, or you can bring a packed lunch if you prefer. Please bring a water bottle and a snack for break time. We will be providing a light snack for pupils at breaktime. You will leave at 2:30pm and your parents and carers should plan for your safe return home. Parents and carers should complete this form to indicate if you have permission to walk home from the Academy or if you will be collected.
Induction Day – End of day arrangements – Fill in form
Lunch Menu:
| Hot Option – Main | Cold Option – Main |
| Chicken Tikka & rice – WHEAT
| Cheese or ham baguette -WHEAT -DAIRY |
| Vegetarian Pasta bake -WHEAT -DAIRY or Jacket potato if allergic to wheat | |
| Hot Option – Pudding | Cold Option – Pudding |
| Iced Sponge & Custard -WHEAT -EGGS-DAIRY | Jelly Fruit Pot |
Monday 29th June: Induction Evening
This event is for ALL PUPILS and will take place between 3.30pm -6.30pm in the theatre. Pupils will be given a time slot to attend within the evening. Parents and carers are invited to the Academy to meet with key staff, try on and order uniform, browse the book fair and complete any outstanding enrolment paperwork. There will be a presentation to parents from the Headteacher, Mr Percival.
Reminder
As part of the transition process, we use an online admissions system called Admissions+ to collect the information we need for each student. We have already begun uploading the initial details provided to us.
You will have already received an email with a link and sign in details for Admissions+, where you will be able to complete the final admission documentation for your child. Please look out for an email from “Applicaa” and check your junk box.
Once the admissions process is fully completed, you will receive a link to the Arbor Parent App, which is our school management information system. This is the platform we use to communicate key information with parents and carers throughout the school year.
We are looking forward to seeing you on the above dates. If your child has any specific medical and/or dietary requirements, please let us know prior to their arrival.
At Airedale Academy, we’re proud of the care, communication, and community spirit that make starting secondary school a positive and memorable experience for every child.
