Welcome to The Holgate Academy

We are delighted that you have chosen The Holgate Academy as the next step in your child’s education.

We understand that the transition from primary to secondary school is one of the most significant and exciting milestones your child will experience. It’s completely normal for them to feel both nervous and excited about this change. Many students feel the same way each year; however, they quickly settle in and come to see The Holgate Academy as a second home.

To help you prepare for your child’s start with us in September, we’ve provided some useful information below, along with details of our upcoming transition tours and meet the tutor evening.

We are very much looking forward to welcoming you and your family in the coming months. In the meantime, if you have any questions or anything you’d like to discuss, please don’t hesitate to contact us at transition@holgate-ac.org.uk.

Transition guide 2025 for parents

Essential guide 2025

Transition tours 2025

Our transition tours provide an opportunity for parents/carers and students to look around the school and ask any questions to the year team and SEND staff, who will also be present.

Book your place at one of our transition tours here.

Meet the tutor evening 2025

Our meet the tutor evening is the perfect opportunity for you to meet your child’s tutor and our pastoral team. You will also have the chance to share information with tutors, receive an update on the transition process, and meet our attendance team.

Book your place at our meet the tutor evening here.