Transition
Dear Parents/Carers,
Thank you for considering Braunton Academy for your child. We know the move to secondary school is a big step, and we’re committed to making it a smooth and positive experience.
Our motto, Aspire & Achieve, reflects our aim to help every student grow into a confident, independent learner. Through our curriculum and supportive approach, we encourage curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning.
Your child will soon be exploring new subjects, meeting new friends, and discovering their interests. Students settle quickly into Academy life and soon feel at home.
We look forward to working with you to help your child enjoy their time here and make the most of the opportunities available.
Please feel confident in asking for any guidance or support at any time. We are entering into an important partnership with you, and we look forward to helping you successfully meet the challenges ahead and to enjoy your partnership with us all at the Academy.
Mrs Bowler
Principal
This page of the website is dedicated to the Year 6 Transition programme and is full of useful information for parents and carers. The transition team is:
March – Online Admission Form and Information
Our admissions forms have been posted home. Please complete the information in full and return to us by Friday 15th May in the envelope provided.
Mrs Bowler, our Principal and Mrs Harding, our SENDCo, personally visit every student in their own primary school to start your child's transition into the Academy.
Our very full transition programme has been designed by staff from the primary schools and Braunton Academy and includes the following:
Dates for your diary:
Monday 8th June 2026 – SEND Students’ Evening 4.00 pm-5.00 pm
Tuesday 9th June 2026 – Move Up Day for selected students 11.00 am-3.00 pm
Wednesday 17th June 2026 – SEND Parents’ Meet and Greet 4.00 pm–5.00 pm
Monday 29th June 2026 – All Year 6 Parents' Information Afternoon 4.00 pm-6.00 pm
Wednesday 1st July 2026 - Transition Day 1
Thursday 2nd July 2026 - Transition Day 2
Monday 7th September 2026 – First day of term 8.45 am-3.15 pm
Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact our Transition Team via email transition@braunton.academy
Useful Links:
Letter of Introduction from Mrs Bowler
The Big Step Transition Programme
The Big Step Transition Programme Information Letter
The Big Step Transition Programme Information Leaflet
Parent/Student Consents:
Home School Agreement 2026 - 27
Student ICT Acceptable Use Agreement
Medical Consent Form for Non-prescribed Medication
Medical Consent Form for Prescribed Medication
Year 5 Taster Day
We are delighted to launch a brand new Year 5 Taster Day which will take place on Thursday 16th July 2026. Please see the letter below for further information. This day is an opportunity for students and their parents to begin building strong relationships and open communication with us.
During the day students will have the opportunity to tour the school, spend time with our tutor team and take part in two taster lessons from the following subjects: Maths, English, Science, Technology, Art of Drama.
Please follow the link in the letter below to register for your child's place on the Taster Day.
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