Many pupils relish embracing new challenges, are ready for the move to their new school, and are looking forward to opportunities to use specialised equipment and develop new knowledge, skills and relationships. Some will also enjoy the opportunity for a fresh start, including having a range of teachers and different personalities to engage with as they build on the knowledge and skills already developed in primary school.
However, these changes may have a social and emotional impact on some pupils, causing anxiety about social and academic changes and uncertainty about starting a new school, fitting in, and making new friends.
At this stage, you will have many questions that you would like to discuss and may even have some concerns.
We have created this webpage, to host key information and resources that will support you as we lead up to our main transition days.
At Da Vinci Academy we offer our new Year 7 pupils three full transition days. to help them feel confident and prepared before the start of term in September. In 2026 these are being held on the following dates between 8.25am – 2.45pm but students are welcome onsite from 8.00am:
During these days students will spend lots of time with their new tutor group and tutor, meet new friends, participate in taster lessons in several subjects while learning about life and opportunities at Da Vinci Academy.
You’ll have the opportunity to meet the Headteacher Ms Scattergood, Year 7 teachers and ask any questions about your child’s transition to Da Vinci Academy.
To find out more information about the support that will be available for your child if they have special educational needs or if you would like to see additional information and resources to support with your child’s transition to Da Vinci Academy, read our Year 6 SEND Transition Booklet or visit our SEND page.
If you have any further questions regarding transition please contact us.
As your child is transitioning you will need to be aware of certain academy policies, particularly the Safeguarding Policy.
A complete list of policies can be found on our Academy Policies Page
If you have any further questions, please contact us.
Our Da Vinci Scholars Programme is designed to give Year 5 and Year 6 students an exciting introduction to life at Da Vinci Academy before they join us in Year 7.
The programme provides opportunities to visit the academy, meet staff, experience secondary school learning and develop the skills needed to thrive as a Da Vinci student.
