Transition

We are delighted to welcome our new Year 7 students to Chingford Foundation School.

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We know that your child's transition from primary school into secondary school is an exciting but daunting time, so our transition strategy has been very carefully planned to ensure that your child's experience is nothing but positive. We have developed a bespoke programme of events to make the transition period as smooth and enjoyable as possible, enabling children to meet their new peers and teachers and familiarise themselves in their new environment, long before their first day.

Our transition programme begins the moment your child is offered their place at Chingford Foundation School. Our entire staff and student community is dedicated to supporting the new cohort of students as they embark on their new chapter at Chingford Foundation School. We take pride in our nurturing culture that encourages every learner to fulfil their potential, enjoy a happy and successful school experience and discover their talents and aspirations.

Year 6 Induction Evening June 2026

We will communicate nearer the event, welcoming all allocated Year 6 students, and their families to return to site to join our Year 6 Induction Evening. You and your child are warmly invited to an Induction Evening at Chingford Foundation School in the Main School Hall. The purpose of this event is to give us an opportunity to explain, in more detail, the plans for your child’s education at Chingford Foundation School and for you to receive further details about the arrangements for the Induction Day.

Year 6 Induction Day - July 2026

Your child will be invited to an Induction Day at Chingford Foundation School from 8:30am-2:40pm. During this exciting day, students will be involved in a variety of different lessons and team building activities which will give them a feel for secondary school life. They will also have a chance to make some new friends and meet new staff. Part of the Induction Day will provide them with the opportunity to find their way around the School.

Summer Transition School

We are delighted to offer a Summer School to help primary school pupils integrate smoothly before starting secondary school in September. This event is open to all incoming Year 7 students. The 2 day session will take place on:

Session 1 - Wednesday 23rd July and Thursday 24th July 2025
or
Session 2 - Thursday 28th August and Friday 29th August 2025

Further information and booking form will be sent soon.

First Day of Term - Tuesday 2nd September 2025

The first day of the Autumn Term for Year 7 is Tuesday 2nd September 2025. Students should arrive at 8:30am and leave at 3:00pm. Attendance is taken very seriously, and term-time holidays are not permitted. Failure to attend on 2nd September could jeopardise your child’s place.

Applicaa - Admission Form

Please complete the Admission Form on Applicaa using the log in details that have been sent to you. All future transition correspondents will be sent via Applicaa so please ensure you set up and monitor your account.

Uniform Suppliers

We work closely alongside our feeder primary schools to ensure that our incoming students enjoy a transition that is as smooth as possible. From liaising with parents and primary school teachers, to induction days and information evenings, we provide families with pastoral support and guidance, to facilitate the settling in period. As Head of Year 7, I thoroughly enjoy the role as Transition Lead as it allows me to build a rapport with students and their families, allowing me to provide the best pastoral support possible.

Our transition booklet plays a key role during the transition period, providing a reflective and thoughtful view for students and staff alike throughout the process. Alongside induction days, students are offered the opportunity to experience life at Chingford Foundation School, meet their tutors and acclimatise to their new surroundings, long before their first day.

I would highly recommend Chingford Foundation School; they offer an exceptional education for all students and encourage their personal growth and motivation. All students are provided with the best possible experience and leave the school as very driven individuals who strive to succeed.