Students joining us in Year 7 this September will be welcomed with open arms on Saturday, as The Watkin hosts a dedicated Transition Open Day.
The event, running from 9.30am to 2pm on Saturday 28 March, marks an important moment in the journey from primary to secondary education, with the day giving families the chance to experience the atmosphere, care and ambition that define the First Steps Together community.
Families attending the event will have the opportunity to meet a range of pastoral staff, Year 7 leaders, teachers and support teams who will be guiding students through their first year with us. Tours of the school will allow visitors to explore classrooms, specialist learning spaces and the key areas students will use every day.
Throughout the day, staff will be on hand to talk about our values, curriculum pathways, enrichment opportunities and the support structures designed to ensure everyone settles in strongly. Families are warmly encouraged to ask questions, seek advice and get to know the people who will be supporting their transition.
Creating familiarity and reducing uncertainty is our key aim with the Transition Open Day. The occasion will give students the chance to build confidence, process their surroundings and grow a sense of belonging before their first day.
Andrea Lloyd, Chair of Governors, wrote to parents: "We are genuinely excited to you into our school community and look forward to working in partnership with you as your child begins this important new chapter with First Steps Together."
Natalie Ogden, Group Strategic Lead, explained: "This day is all about helping students feel at home before they even begin. We want both parents and our new students to feel welcomed, supported and excited about the year ahead and the Transition Open Day is a wonderful chance to start building those connections.”
In addition to the March Open Day, families can look forward to the upcoming Peak Forest Open Day and additional transition events later in the term.
Details of our other open days will be shared soon, as we offer more opportunities to meet our team and learn more about our community.
Parents with any questions on any aspect of the transition process are asked to submit queries via email to admissions@firststepstogether.uk.
More details about The Watkin can be found here.