1. St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Leaving 4+ for Year 1
Monday 4th July 2015

2. What has already begun? Summer term 4+ staff
More time spent in whole class sessions/small group work.
Circle time discussions about moving on
Encouragement to be independent
Year 1 staff
Establish links between the children and teachers
Summer transition events. There will be time spent in 4+ and Year 1.
Transfer of information between the two phases.

3. Aims of Transition Our aims are:
For all the children to experience a smooth transition from 4+ to Year 1 in a happy, safe and secure environment
For the children to enjoy the new challenges and approaches to learning of Year 1
A gradual implementation of a more formal curriculum
Parents to feel involved and informed about the transition process from 4+ to Year 1

4. Aims of Transition Children will adapt: Change of curriculum style
Level of independence required
Balance between ‘work’ and ‘play’

5. What will happen? Autumn term
Continuation and reflection of the practices and working environment of Reception from the Summer term.
Introduction to the more formal aspect of learning.
Teacher to get to know the children and understands their needs. 5

6. Keeping in Touch Parent pocket planners Home School link books
Phonics packs
Weekly spellings
Reading Records
Website
Teachers available before and after school
Parent Readers once a week – no younger siblings

7. Things to Remember Encourage your child to become more independent
PE kits in everyday
Check book bags every day
Reading books in every day
Coats for going outside
Labels in all clothes
Ensure homework is returned on time.
Spelling tests every Monday

8. How to help at home Be positive about the change
Try to see things from their point of view
Listen to your child
Keep us informed
Read with your child and share in their learning

9. Summary Whilst we recognise that Key Stage 1 is
different to the 4+ , what is
important is that it is not too different too
quickly!
However, as we work to ensure a smooth and successful transition that provides continuity and consistency between the key stages, we must also make certain that there is progression.

10. Phonics Screening Check.
Statutory phonics check that all Year 1 children across the country take part in.
Checks children’s ability to read a word by blending the sounds within it.
Contains a selection of real words and nonsense words.

11. Any Questions?