Children and young people are entitled to support which prepares them for choices and changes in their learning journey. Preparing and supporting children and young people through choices and changes refers to all transitions. These include more formal transitions (into and between educational establishments), post-school and stages within a school.
Many may find transitions challenging and this can affect their learning. For the most vulnerable, the transition from home to school, offsite provision to school or even between classes may require support.
This short film illustrates the variety of approaches to supporting children and young people in the various transitions as they grow up. It was first shown at the National Personal Support Conference in 2008.
Please view the video and consider the reflective questions below.
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Reflective questions
When a child or young person transfers to or from our establishment, how do we ensure that continuity and progression in their learning is maintained?
How do we plan pastoral transitions to fully support the health and wellbeing needs of our children and young people?
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