Emily Weston

Helen Prince talks to Emily Weston about the key role teachers can play in bridging the word gap at transition. Emily discusses her experience of moving from being a primary teacher to a transition role at a secondary school. She offers tips for improving transition from Year 6 to Year 7, for teachers and parents, and has some good advice for NQTs.

Emily Weston is a KS2/3 Transition teacher, blogger and founder of #TeacherSelfCareSunday on Twitter. She tweets at @primaryteachew

Further reading and support:

Emily kindly shares some of her 'Year 7 ready' transition resources.

The 3 Cs for a successful transition to secondary school. Emily Weston shares her top tips on the Oxford Education Blog.

Download the Oxford Language Report 2020: Bridging the Word Gap at Transition.

Access free support and resources to support students as they transition from Year 6 to Year 7.