A smooth transition from primary to secondary
Welcome to the Year 7 transition page. Our aim is to make the transition from primary to secondary education as smooth as possible. Here you will find information to help you feel excited and prepared for secondary school life.
Students offered a place at Shoreditch Park will be invited to the academy with their parent(s) to have an individual meeting with a member of staff, discuss expectations and answer any questions they may have. In addition to this, students and parents are invited into school for a dress rehearsal appointment at the beginning of term to answer any questions and to ensure students have all the correct uniform and equipment ready for school life at Shoreditch Park – this will ensure we have the early parental support that is crucial to a child’s academic success.
Preparing for secondary life
Admissions interviews
During the summer term of Year 6, students and parents will be invited to attend an admissions interview to cover key information for September and our Family-Academy Contract.
Dress rehearsal day
An excellent way to start the term well. Students will come to the academy in uniform with their bag and equipment. Staff will check you have everything you need ready for the first day of school.
First day of lessons in September
On your first full day you will spend the day with your tutor, co-tutor and peers, attend an assembly, and receive your planner and timetable. Your planner is a vital piece of equipment to ensure you are organised every day.
Equipment List
Below is the list of equipment you will need to purchase before Dress Rehearsal Day. Please ensure you have the correct amount. The equipment list can also be found in the Parent/ Carer Handbook.
Essential equipment
Students must carry a clear, transparent pencil case containing:
- 2 x black / blue pens
- 2 x pencils (HB)
- Green pen (for self-assessment)
- Rubber
- Ruler
- Pencil sharpener
The following items are also compulsory:
- Clear plain water bottle
- Protractor
- Calculator
- Reading book
- Black umbrella
Provided by the academy:
- Student Planner
- SParKO knowledge organiser
- Compasses are provided in lessons where required. Students must not bring these into school.
What items are not allowed at the academy?
No electronic items (MP3 player, Smartwatches such as Apple Watch, mobile phone, PSP, DS etc.) are to be brought into the academy. If seen, they are confiscated and only returned at the end of term. Students are also not allowed to bring in food, sweets, drink, cosmetics or money.
Uniform
You can purchase your school uniform from Trutex on Broadway Market. You can also order uniform from them online. Please find the link here https://www.trutexhackney.com/collections/city-of-london-shoreditch-park
The House System
The house system is a very exciting concept which means as a tutor group and as a house collectively you will compete in a variety of competitions to win the most points, becoming House Champions!
The four houses are:
| AldersgateAL | BishopsgateBI | CandlewickCA | WalbrookWA |
Examples of House Competitions are;
- The House Debate
- The House Table Tennis Competition
- Science Quiz
- Humanities Around the World Competition
- PI memorisation competition
We hope you all have a wonderful summer and we are very much excited to meet you in September!