Tricky Transition on the horizon?
This is a super-quick blog based on a couple of conversations we have had with secondary school clients.
Transition is a vital part of the overall communication of your school culture and ethos. And the efficiency in how it is carried out is a key moment in your relationship with future parents and students. We advise our clients that transition evenings and information should be exciting and inspiring as well as informative and clear.
BUT, in all likelihood, transition will look VERY different this summer term than EVER before. So how can schools try and ensure the best quality communications at this vital time? And how should we retain the excitement as well as the information?
We have got 10 topics to consider to help you make “virtual” transition success in these most uncertain of times!
1. Consider video introductions from headteachers, heads of year 7 and form tutors etc.
2. Film fun video “fashion” shows for uniform demonstrations.
3. Garner welcome letters and if possible, welcome videos from current year 7 students.
4. Start conversations now with suppliers about how new parents will get uniform for new starters.
5. Start interacting and planning with partner feeder schools about information transfer.
6. Do you normally have special arrangements for SEND/vulnerable children? How might these work remotely.
7. Consider a dedicated video from your SENCO.
8. Make sure all transition information and booklets onto your website as soon as possible
9. Make sure you have all the future year 7 emails into your MIS and plug information gaps now via phone.
10. Consider how you will gain things like permissions, up to date data, catering system sign ups remotely if you currently do these in person.
This is also a great time to consider “is my Transition programme is as reflective of the high quality of the rest of my school?”. If you would like to see how we can help then please get in contact – info@gloveconsulting.co.uk