CLASS OF 2030 - Year 6 Transition

Year 6 is an exciting time for many primary school children, but it can also be a daunting time as they start to think about transitioning into Year 7. We have a programme of support and events that you and your child can engage with to support this process.

Key Milestones for Year 6

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Our Transition Lead

We have a dedicated Transition Lead, Mrs Johnson, who will support you and your child every step of the way. Mrs Johnson has been the Transition and Community Lead at Salford City Academy for several years and previously worked as Head of Year 7.

If you have any questions about joining Salford City Academy or would like to book a tour of the school, please don’t hesitate to contact Mrs Johnson at transition@salfordcity-academy.org.

Mrs S Johnson

Transition & Community Lead

Primary Visits & Assemblies

From National Offer Day on Monday 2nd March, our Transition Lead will visit your child’s primary school on a regular basis, liaising with your child’s primary school teachers, to build a detailed understanding of the children who will be starting in September at SCA. She will also attend assemblies and other primary school events so that she becomes a familiar, friendly face to your child.

Stepping Stone Days

Working together with the primaries, children who may need additional support settling into the Academy are identified. We offer tailored ‘Stepping Stones’ days offsite at RHS Garden Bridgewater where children participate in team-building activities.

Transition Days – June 2026

In June, all children who have a place at Salford City Academy will attend our Transition Days. At this three-day event, your child will be officially inducted into Salford City Academy and take part in an exciting programme of events including curriculum workshops, sports activities, and house competitions! They will get to meet some of their teachers, eat in the school canteen, and get to know the routines of the academy.

This three-day induction is an important part of your child’s transition into the academy, and we ask for your support in ensuring your child attends.

Parent Information Evening – June 2026

Parents of children starting in September will be invited to a Parent Information Evening. At this event, the Principal and senior leaders will share key information with you about the academy. You will also meet your child’s Head of Year, the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo) and your child’s form tutor.