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Induction of new pupils
We recognise that the move to secondary school is a huge event in a young person’s life. It is our aim at Swanmore College of Technology to capture the natural anticipation and excitement that each child feels and provide rewarding and appropriate challenges that allow pupils to feel successful and confident.
We have strong links with our feeder schools through our Specialist Status and also through Sport and Expressive Arts. Most new Year 7 pupils are already familiar with the buildings and many of the teachers and pupils. The close links with colleagues at our feeder schools also means that we can ensure that there is continuity and progression for all pupils as academic and pastoral information is shared between the primary schools and Swanmore College.
The formal induction process for new pupils begins with an Induction Day on the first Thursday in July at the end of Year 6 which very much builds on the masterclass day they had in the college in the summer term of Year 5. Year 6 pupils experience a full day of lessons, meet their form tutor and the other pupils who will be in their tutor group. Senior staff and leaders of year 7 are available at the end of the day to meet parents and answer any questions.
The purpose of this day is to provide a fun and informative experience so that pupils and parents feel fully prepared for the big step in September and can therefore relax and enjoy the summer holidays.
Special induction activities are planned for the first day of Year 7 to enable pupils to get to know their tutor group and to familiarize themselves with the layout of the college. As the Year 7 pupils arrive they are greeted by peer mentors and their form tutor.
The College Virtual Learning Envirmont (VLE)
11 March 2010 - Soon all Year 6 pupils will be given a log in to the College VLE (Virtual Learning Environment). The VLE is like a website but you can only access it with a username and password. On the Year 6 VLE page there are a host of interactive learning resources to suit all abililities.
Year 5 Masterclasses
In June of Year 5 all our prospective Year 5 pupils in our feeder schools are invited into Swanmore College of Technology for a day of lessons and getting to know the college: we know from talking to the pupils how much these days help allay many fears about starting secondary school. Year 9 pupils help organize and run the day so not only do the Year 5 pupils experience a range of lessons but they are also reassured by the kindness and helpfulness of the older pupils. They will also have the opportunity to meet the leaders of year 7 and share in a welcome assembly. Leaders of years 7 are available at the end of this day to answer any questions.
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