Greenbank Guidance on Senior School Application and Entry

Year 5: Laying the Foundations

September – July

• Homework and holiday assignments tailored to senior school entrance exam subjects:
  English, Verbal Reasoning, Mathematics, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

September

• Exam Week: Pupils complete GL Assessments in school. Results are discussed with parents during the Parents’ Evening to explore potential senior school applications.

October

• Parents’ Evening: A chance to review your child's progress and receive early guidance on possible senior school options.

March – July

• Focus on Verbal Reasoning skills in preparation for exams.
• Parent Consultations: Discussions around senior school choices and application processes.
• Trafford School Applications: Dates vary by school—please check individual school websites for details.

Year 6: Preparation and Transition

September – February

• Ongoing preparation for independent school entrance exams.
• Mock Interviews: Conducted by Mr Johnson to build confidence and interview skills.
• PSHE Lessons: Focus on mental readiness for exams.
• Trafford school exams are held during this period.

31 October

• State School Application Deadline: Submit preference forms via Stockport Council's website.

November

• Independent School Application Deadlines: Dates vary—please check individual schools for specifics.

January

• Independent School Examinations: Pupils sit entrance exams.

February

• Independent Grammar School Interviews: Held for shortlisted pupils.

March – July: Offers and Transition Support

March

• Offers of Places:
  • State Schools: Offers released on March 1st.
  • Independent Schools: Dates vary—please check with individual schools.

March – July

• Senior School Q&A: Former Greenbank Year 7 pupils return to share their experiences and advice.
• Transition Support:
  • Building independence through life skills lessons and extra-curricular activities.
  • Visits to senior schools.
  • PSHE lessons covering topics such as managing workload, making friends, and preparing for the new environment.

Preparation for the transition to senior school; building independent life skills through a wide range of curriculum & extra-curricular activities, including life skills lessons, visits to senior schools, PSHE lessons covering managing transition, workload, making friends, developing greater independence.

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