Year 6 to Year 7 Summer Transition Booklet – English, Maths & Science
SENDAssist | KS2 to KS3 Bridging Resource
Resource Type: Activity booklet / Homework pack / Transition resource
Age Range: Year 6 (Upper KS2) – perfect for the summer before secondary school
Format: Fully editable Word .docx + PDF-ready
Pages: 6–8 (printable as a professional booklet)
Includes: SENDAssist logo, answer section, engaging illustrations
Description
Help your outgoing Year 6 cohort make a confident, exciting start to Year 7 with this comprehensive Summer Learning Adventure booklet!
Designed by an outstanding mainstream secondary teacher, this resource keeps students academically active and engaged over the summer holidays while gently introducing key secondary school skills and expectations.
What’s Included
Part 1: English – “The Next Chapter”
High-quality reading comprehension about starting secondary school
Vocabulary, adjectives, expanded noun phrases, and creative writing task
Focus on inference, synonyms, and descriptive language
Part 2: Maths – Number Crunching
Arithmetic, percentages, fractions, area/perimeter, and money problems
Progressive questions bridging KS2 to early KS3
Clear working space and real-life secondary school context (uniform costs, classroom measurements)
Part 3: Science – Biology, Chemistry & Physics
Fair testing & variables
Plant & animal cells
States of matter & separation techniques
Forces (gravity & air resistance) with a fun skydiver context
Key Features
SEND-friendly design (clear layout, varied question types, accessible language)
Full answers provided for easy marking or self-assessment
SENDAssist branding and support ethos
Professional, colourful design with space for student creativity
Ideal for whole-class transition, tutor groups, or individual summer packs
Curriculum Links
English: Reading comprehension, SPaG, descriptive writing (KS2/KS3 transition)
Maths: Number, geometry, fractions, percentages (Year 6 objectives + Year 7 preview)
Science: Working scientifically, biology, materials, forces (National Curriculum)
How to Use
Send home as a summer holiday project
Use in transition days or induction week
Perfect for pupil premium / SEND students needing extra support
Great value for departments building a transition package
File Included
Editable .docx (customise names, add your school logo, etc.)
High-quality printable version