Transition to high school
Starting high school is an exciting milestone for students and families. Moving from Year 6 to Year 7 can feel like a big change: they are now learning new and more complex subjects in a different environment, surrounded by different peers and teachers. We help every child feel confident and supported during the transition to high school.
Find out more in the Getting ready for high school guide.
What to expect in high school
High school brings new experiences and routines, including:
- a larger school with more subjects, teachers and classrooms
- a timetable with different lessons each day
- moving between classrooms and carrying books and equipment
- more independence and responsibility for homework and study
- new friendships and opportunities to join activities and clubs.
School tours
Open Night
Leichhardt Campus will host an Open Night on Wednesday 25 February from 5-7pm, entry via Derbyshire Rd. Prospective students and families are invited to visit the school to experience all we have to offer!
Please register for Open Night at the follow link: Booking Link
Mini Tours
Throughout the year we run mini group tours, designed to support parents and carers with their child's year 6-7 transition into high school. During the tour, you will be guided by a dedicated staff member, have the opportunity to learn about our diverse curriculum, discover the array of extracurricular activities available to SSCL students, and ask any clarifying questions you may have about SSCL.
We have limited spaces for each tour, so please ensure you register prior to attending, to avoid any disappointment.
Please check back here for dates and booking links or contact us.
Before your child starts Year 7
Our transition program
We work closely with local primary schools to help students feel ready, with a strong focus on each child’s individual needs. Our transition to high school programs help Year 6 students get ready for Year 7. Activities include:
- orientation days and school tours
- parent information sessions and meet the teacher events
- subject tasters and classroom visits
- interest-based days for primary students such as Primary Fun for string and band students, and the Leichhardt Cup for sporting high achievers
- peer support activities with older students.
During the first weeks of year 7, students take part in orientation activities and assessments to help our staff understand how best to support their learning journey. Year 7 students are also encouraged to attend our weekly Monday Homework Club, where qualified staff provide extra learning support.
Contact us to learn more.
Student orientation days
2026 Dates: 2-3 February
Our year 7 students are well supported in their first days of High School. They engage in games to facilitate getting to know each other and workshops to set them up for success in high school.
Students are supported by year 10 peer support leaders in all of these activities.
Day at High School
2026 Dates: TBC
In term 4 year 6 students have the opportunity to experience a day at high school - participating in a variety of different taster lessons, changing classrooms and teachers, whilst experiencing a mix of practical and theory-based subjects over the course of the day!
Parent orientation session
2026 Date: TBC
Orientation Day is held at the end of the year for the future year 7 parent and carer community. Parents and carers are able to meet key executive staff and teachers, view and purchase uniform items, ask any questions they have, and finalise any last-minute enrolment processes.
Getting ready at home
You can help your child prepare by:
- talking positively about starting high school
- buying uniforms, shoes, stationery and school supplies
- organising a laptop
- practising their travel route to school
- making sure they know your phone number and emergency contacts
- encouraging routines such as packing their school bag.
For more advice, see the Getting ready for high school guide.