The transition from the Junior to the Senior School is an exciting time for our students.

During Year 6, they will have visited the Senior School regularly to make use of our Science labs and the DT workshop and can get involved in activities such as Chess Club and LAMDA Drama lessons. This means that by the time they sit the Entrance Exam in November of Year 6, pupils have already begun to know their way around and will see many familiar faces amongst our staff.

New pupils joining Year 7 meet their new friends at our Welcome Day in the Summer term of Year 6.  We also hold an Information Evening for parents, which provides a great deal of information as well as the chance to ask any questions about life in the Senior School. It is a sociable event and a great way to meet other new LOGS parents and our staff.

In September, Year 7 students have an induction morning, before the rest of the school returns, to spend time with their new tutor group and form tutor. This gives students the chance to understand the school routines before term begins in earnest.

During the first few weeks of term, the Year 7 Form Tutors and Head of Year spend time with students, both in groups and one to one, to ensure that everyone settles in and that any problems are resolved. Sixth form students, who act as peer mentors, also visit the form rooms regularly to offer help and support.

In October, parents are invited to meet their child’s Form Tutor and discuss how their child is settling in. Parents are encouraged to contact the Year 7 Pastoral Team at any time if they have any concerns.