We are proud to welcome students from a huge range of primary schools in the local area and celebrate the rich experiences that this brings for all our students. We currently have more than 60 partner primary schools.

We have regular contact with local primary schools - In the summer term our staff visit the primary schools to meet pupils coming to us in the following September.

We take encouragement from how quickly our new pupils settle purposefully and happily in to the school. Towards the end of the first half term parents of Year 7 pupils are invited to meet their child’s tutor to discuss how your child has settled in to life at the school and the progress being made.

If pupils are to make the most of learning opportunities they must feel secure and valued. One of the ways in which this is achieved is through our tutor group and year system. 

Some students are invited to an enhanced transition where they have the opportunity to take part in after school clubs in the summer term. This allows for a smoother transition for students who need this extra support.

Year 6 Transition 2025

We can't wait for you to join us for our transition day where your child will get to experience a day at Bury Church of England. We will give them a taste of our amazing ambitious curriculum all focused on our transition text - A Wrinkle in Time.

Prior to the day, we will welcome all our new families to join us in a presentation from the headteacher, deputy headteachers and KS3 lead. At the evening, you will get to know more about our curriculum and teaching and learning practices, expectations of our students and uniform. We look forward to meeting you all!

• Transition Evening - June 24th
• New Intake Day - June 25th

Developing a Reading Culture 

Here at Bury Church we want to cultivate and encourage a love of reading and embed a culture of reading within the school and the curriculum. Reading can transport you to fantastical lands and feed the imagination, it is also the biggest indicator and booster of academic achievement.

We challenge our Year 6 students to read a Wrinkle in Time over the summer before starting at Bury Church and to apply for their Blue Peter Reading Badge using the below link. Students can wear their badge on their blazer and will be invited to a rewards event with the Headteacher where we will share and celebrate this achievement.

Amazing story! A Wrinkle in Time is a beloved novel by Madeleine L'Engle that has captivated readers for decades. First published in 1962, it has become a classic in children's literature, known for its imaginative storytelling and thought­ provoking themes.
The story follows the journey of Meg Murry, a young girl who is struggling with feelings of insecurity and a lack of self­-confidence. Her father, a scientist, has been missing for some time, and Meg is still trying to cope with his absence. Along with her younger brother Charles Wallace and friend Calvin, Meg embarks on a journey through space and time to find her father.
The novel takes the readers on a wild adventure, as the characters travel through different dimensions to rescue Mr. Murry. They meet three eccentric beings, Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs Which, who help them in their quest. These three women are manifestations of light and wisdom, and they guide the children on their journey, giving them words of encouragement and advice along the way.