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Secondary school readiness

Year 6 to Year 7 transition activities for summer

Help your child feel ready for secondary school.

The summer before Year 7 is a chance to build independence, confidence and the core skills children need for a smoother start at secondary school.

Child preparing for the move from Year 6 to Year 7
Year 7
New start
15 min
Daily practice
Core
Maths and English

Skills that make Year 7 easier

The biggest jump is not only academic. Children also need organisation, confidence and the ability to try a problem before asking for help.

  • Reading instructions carefully
  • Writing longer answers in paragraphs
  • Remembering equipment and homework routines
  • Using a timetable and managing time

Academic refreshers for summer

A light refresh keeps knowledge warm without making summer feel like school. Focus on basics that unlock many subjects.

  • Fractions, decimals, percentages and times tables
  • Comprehension, vocabulary and inference
  • Short writing tasks with clear paragraphs
  • Introductory coding or AI projects for confidence

Practical plan

Year 7 readiness checklist

Step 1

Practise 15 minutes of maths three times per week.

Step 2

Read for 20 minutes most days.

Step 3

Write one short paragraph summary after reading.

Step 4

Build one creative project, quiz or app before September.

Frequently asked questions

How much summer study is enough before Year 7?

Most children benefit from short, regular practice rather than long study sessions. Around 15 to 25 minutes on weekdays is plenty for many families.

What subjects should we prioritise?

Maths, reading and writing are the best foundation. Coding and AI projects are also useful because they build problem solving and confidence.

Can Applaa help with secondary readiness?

Yes. Applaa combines academic practice, AI tutors, coding lessons and creative app building so children keep learning without feeling stuck in worksheets.