Primary to Secondary Transition
The transition from primary to secondary school is a very exciting time, but this big leap can also be daunting for both children and their families. At The John Roan School our aim is to make this process as smooth and enjoyable as possible for everyone.
Along with ensuring that we have all the information we need about each child from their primary school, we always plan lots of activities and opportunities for new students to meet each other and get to know their new school before they start with us in September.
Transition events for students who are joining us in September 2022 will include:
Online Welcome Assembly - Friday 4th March, 4.30pm (recording below) 
Admission Meetings
Parents, carers and students will be invited to attend an admission meeting on either Wednesday 11th May or Thursday 19th May. We will communicate full details for each event in due course via email.
Online Taster Lessons
We will deliver online taster lessons for students on the following dates:
- Thursday 9th June: Live lesson 1 16:00-16:45
- Thursday 16th June: Live lesson 2 16:00-16:45
- Thursday 23rd June: Live lesson 3 16:00-16:45
Attendance to these sessions is optional. They are designed to introduce students to the structure of a John Roan lesson and also give parents/carers a chance to see lessons and teaching in action.
Friendship Afternoon - Thursday 30th June from 16:00-17:30
A chance to make new friends and get to know your new school and new teachers. All new year 7 students are encouraged to attend if possible.
Parent Information Evening - Tuesday 5th July, 6.30pm
Greenwich Borough Student Induction Day - Wednesday 6th July, 9.45am to 2.30pm
The last in person events before September, designed to ensure everyone is ready for a smooth start in September.
The Induction Day will involve children meeting their Tutors and attending a range of lessons. The day will be designed to help students feel more comfortable and confident.
Meet new parents and carers online & chat to current parents.
We have created a dedicated Facebook group for new families of students joining us this September so please do join the group if you have a Facebook account:
www.facebook.com/groups/johnroanfamilies2022/
The group is for sharing information, asking questions and to enable you to meet other families in the same cohort. If you do not have a Facebook account, you don’t need to worry, we will also be sending everything out via email too.
Parent Handbook