Transition Information

1. KEY DATES

October 2025: Visit on Open Evening or a SCHOOL TOUR
Submit application via SURREY ADMISSIONS WEBSITE. Applications for Year 7 2026 to be submitted by 24 October 2025 (final deadline 31 October).
National Offer Day for Year 7 2026 Secondary places - 3rd March 2026.
Check your email or Surrey Admissions account for your school place offer
Confirm your acceptance of the offered place by 16 March 2026
Late March/Early April 2026 – The Priory School will receive its list of pupils.
Headteacher and Head of Year 7 contact all pupils on this list
Admissions send your Welcome, Induction and Information Pack

June 2026 - Head of Year 7 visits all Primary Schools to meet new pupils
June 2026 - SENCo contacts Primary Schools re SEN pupils
June/July 2026 - Induction programme begins. We hold two Online Meetings for Parents/Students, An Information Evening at School for Parents & Students and a full Induction Day for Pupils
Any pupils who are the only student to join from a Primary are invited to take part in our additional transition program.
August 2026 - Optional Summer School for new Year 7 students.
September 2026 - First Day: Year 7 start with one other year group to ensure a smooth transition.

2. SUPPORTING CHILDREN'S TRANSITION

Meet Mrs Lister, Head of Year 7 HERE

Excellent transition programme with all Primary Schools.

Form Tutors will be announced in July. They will be the person to go to for daily check-ins and guidance.

SENCo – Support for students with additional needs.

Student Ambassadors – Friendly faces to help you settle in.

Head and Senior Prefect team lead sessions with new students.

3. WHAT SUBJECTS WILL I LEARN ?

In Year 7, you will study:

Our full range of curriculum subjects can be viewed on CURRICULUM OVERVIEW and an example timetable can be found in the STUDENT HANDBOOK

4. LIFE AT THE PRIORY

The School Day

The school day runs from 8.55am until 3.25pm

Lunchtime & After School Clubs & Enrichment: From sports clubs to choir, we offer many clubs and enrichment activities at lunchtime and after school. Visit EXTRA CURRICULAR INFORMATION

Lunch Options: Hot meals and packed lunch areas. Menus and information can be found on our SCHOOL CATERING PAGE

Behaviour & Rewards: Celebrated through our HOUSE SYSTEM

5. SUPPORT AND WELLBEING

We are proud of our excellent pastoral care. Our students’ mental health and wellbeing are of paramount importance to us. We have created a nurturing environment where students are not only encouraged to flourish academically but are also supported throughout all the challenges they might experience. Our aim is for all students in our care to feel happy, supported and fulfilled so they can thrive and flourish. 

We are proud to have been recognised for our HEALTH AND WELLBEING by National Whole School Wellbeing Gold Award.

6. SEND AND ADDITIONAL NEEDS

Our SENCo work closely with families to support the following:

EHCP Transitions
Personalised learning strategies
Additional visits and support plans

Visit our SEND page for more information.

7. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

What if I get lost?

Ask any member of staff or student ambassador – we’ve all been there!

Can I bring my phone?

Phones must be switched off and kept in bags during the school day.

What happens if I’m worried or upset

Speak to your tutor, Head of Year, or any adult you trust – we’re here to help

8. LINKS AND USEFUL INFORMATION

Student Handbook

Parent Handbook

9. TESTIMONIALS

“Thank you so much for making the start of the year so smooth. My daughter is really enjoying her classes so far and has a totally different attitude to learning. She is happy and chatting about new friends she has made, as well as the lessons and teachers. It makes a massive difference to the start and the end of the day. So thank you for a really positive start”

“I would like to say a massive thank you to you and every member of staff that was involved in my daughter starting the school. Not only was it quick, stress free and welcoming, she came home yesterday happier than she has been in months which is amazing as we have been really worried about her. She said she really liked the school, had a good day, felt that the work in the classes was explained really well and that she could keep up and do all the work. She even said that a dinner lady said “Hi, you must be the new girl (and called her by her name)” This seemed to mean a lot to her. We have not heard anything like this about school for years so it is an absolute joy! Please pass this on to anyone who was involved in the transition and I feel really positive about her future at the school”

“We just wanted to thank you and the staff who gave up their time last week to take the Year 7s away. He had a great time from the sounds of it, especially loving abseiling!!! We’re really pleased with how he’s settled into life at Priory, despite being shattered, he’s very excited each morning and appears to be loving it!”