Moving Up! The transition to secondary school
An animation and teacher toolkit to help children with the transition to secondary school.

The animation aims to support pupils to:
- Identify potential worries associated with starting secondary school
- Know they're not alone if they are feeling worried
- Talk to a trusted adult or friend if they have any concerns
- Identify solutions and strategies for looking after their mental health, including self-care
Using this resource
This resource is designed for:
- young people aged 11 and their teachers
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