Moving into Year 7
Starting high school is an exciting milestone for students and families. Moving from Year 6 to Year 7 can feel like a big change. We help every child feel confident and supported during the transition to high school.
Find out more in the Getting ready for high school guide.
High School Transition at Ultimo Public School
At Ultimo Public School, we are committed to preparing our Stage 3 students for a successful transition to high school. We provide a range of opportunities throughout the year to build students’ confidence, independence and readiness for Year 7.
A key part of our program is High School Week, where students experience a high school style routine by moving between different teachers and classrooms, following a timetable, using a diary, organising their bags, and managing homework with due dates. This helps students become familiar with the routines and expectations of high school while developing independence and organisational skills.
Students also participate in high school transition days with our local high school, giving them the opportunity to visit the school, meet staff and experience the high school environment firsthand.
We offer additional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander transition activities, including transition activities designed to strengthen connection, confidence and belonging as students prepare for high school.
Throughout the year, we also work closely with the high school through shared learning experiences. High school teachers and students visit Ultimo Public School to lead activities, including science experiments with Stage 3 students. We also incorporate high school programs into our teaching and learning to help build a strong connection between primary and secondary school.
Through these experiences, we aim to ensure every student feels supported, prepared and excited for the move to high school.
What to expect in high school
High school brings new experiences and routines, including:
- a larger school with more subjects, teachers and classrooms
- a timetable with different lessons each day
- moving between classrooms and carrying books and equipment
- more independence and responsibility for homework and study
- new friendships and opportunities to join activities and clubs.
Timeline for parent/carer(s):
Below are the key dates for the Moving to High School enrolment process:
Families complete these steps when the student is in Year 6
Term 1
April - August
May - August
You must submit an enrolment application to the high school that has made the offer, within the specified time.
During the online application you can upload all documents to support your application.
September (Approx.)
After placement confirmation.
Getting ready at home
You can help your child prepare by:
- talking positively about starting high school
- buying uniforms, shoes, stationery and school supplies
- checking if a laptop or device is needed
- practising their travel route to school
- making sure they know your phone number and emergency contacts
- encouraging routines such as packing their school bag
- encouraging them to check their timetable and school bell times the night before day 1 of Term 1.
For more advice, see the Getting ready for high school guide.