Supporting transition

Resources and articles that can aid the transition process from early years to starting school

Resources

• SEND transfer form
• Transition audit
  This audit document can be used as a guide to make sure all relevant information and action has been taken when preparing for early years to primary transition.
• Top tips for supporting transition

Information to share with parents

• School readiness campaign - Leicester City Council
• 7 tips to help prepare for primary school - BBC
• BBC Bitesize Game - My first day at school
• Hungry Little Minds - Gov.uk
• Support with potty training - NHS
• 21 things your child’s Reception teacher wants you to know - The School Run
• What to expect on the first day at primary school - Oxford Owl
• Starting primary school - Mumsnet

Online teaching resources

• Oak National Academy
• National Literacy Trust
• White Rose Maths home learning

Suggested reading

• Transitions - Make Connections
• Planning for transition when schools are closed - BBC
• What to expect, when? EYFS best practice - Nursery World
• Coronavirus Pandemic - Missing you - Nursery World
• Spot light on starting school - PACEY
• What to expect, when? - Foundation Years
• Preparing for your child to return to school - Trauma Informed School UK
• Importance of play during COVID-19 - South Yorkshire Furtures