Important notice:We look forward to welcoming parents and students from Year 6 to our Open Evening on Wednesday 17 September 2025, 5pm to 7pm. There is no need to book an appointment, our doors will be open to welcome you. If you have any questions, please contact   school@lawnswoodschool.co.uk

0113 284 4020

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For Parents and Carers

Parent and carer resources for supporting the transition

As a parent/carer, it can be difficult to know how best to support your child through this significant change. Some children may be really excited and looking forward to it, whilst others may be feeling more anxious. You may be feeling anxious too. We are to support you through this process too and beyond.

You might find some of the resources below helpful to work through with your child:

Young Minds

Top Ten Tips

Visit youngminds.org.uk

Compass/Anna Freud

Starting Secondary School Booklet

Visit mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk

BBC Bitesize Starting Secondary School

This is a very useful website with lots of helpful videos and resources for both parents and students. Starting secondary school - BBC Parents' Toolkit - BBC Bitesize