and aims to visit all Junior schools that have pupils transferring to Cams Hill School.
At these meetings the Mrs Crowther, Head of Year 7, will talk to Year 6 pupils about the differences between Junior school and Senior school. She will describe the day to day life of pupils at Cams and encourage the pupils to ask questions and express their concerns.
An important part of the visit is Mrs Crowther’s meeting with the Teachers in the Junior school. During this time each individual child will be discussed regarding their academic levels and about their social and behavioural development. If it is apparent that individual children are very anxious about the transition or have special requirements, an additional meeting with them or an additional visit to Cams Hill School will be arranged.
By the end of the first half of the summer term all information gathered about the pupils transferring will be used to determine the Tutor group for each pupil. Each group will be of mixed ability with a balance of boys and girls.
In June, all prospective Cams Hill pupils will be invited to come for a “taster day" at the School where they will experience a selection of Year 7-style lessons. This gives them a sense of what to expect and starts them on the process of getting to know the School and it’s expectations. Importantly they will meet the other pupils who will be in their Tutor group.
The next stage in the Induction Programme is the first day at Cams Hill. On this day it will be only Year 7 on site along with a select group of older pupils who will be acting as “Buddies” for them. On this day they will be preparing for the start of the term and will be able to familiarize themselves with the School.
Throughout the first term tutors and the Head of Year support transition through tutor activities and assemblies. Gradually pupils form new friendships and become fully integrated into the life of the School.
