Six Steps for Starting Secondary School

Starting secondary school is the beginning of an exciting journey. Being a blind or partially sighted student can add a few extra challenges. That’s why making sure everything is in place for starting secondary school is vital.

We want to help you get your journey off to the best start, so check out our six steps in getting ready to start secondary school.

Enjoy it!

Our top tip?! The most important thing to remember when starting school is to enjoy it! It’s an exciting time full of opportunities to learn, make friends and have fun.

There will be ups and downs along the way, but that’s to be expected. The key aim in all our steps is to give you the best support to enjoy and make the most of your time at school.

Get in touch

If you have any questions you would like to ask about going to school, get in touch with us on studentsupport@pocklington.org.uk

Check out the other steps in this guide...

Step One: Know What Support You Can Expect

Discover the ways your school can make your education as accessible as possible, and their legal duties to do so.

Find out more about 'Step One: Know What Support You Can Expect'

Step Two: Would You Benefit From an EHCP?

Find out what an Education Health and Care Plan is, and the ways it can benefit your studies at secondary school as a blind or partially sighted student.

Find out more about 'Step Two: Would You Benefit From an EHCP?'

Step Three: Talk to Your QTVI

Find out why your QTVI is so important to accessing support at secondary school, and how they can help you as a blind or partially sighted student.

Find out more about 'Step Three: Talk to Your QTVI'

Step Four: Understand How to Get Around School

Explore some ways to help you get around school as a blind or partially sighted student, with our handy navigation guide.

Find out more about 'Step Four: Understand How to Get Around School'

Step Five: Tell People About Your Vision Impairment

Discover the benefits of telling people about your vision impairment at secondary school, and how it can help you access the support you need.

Find out more about 'Step Five: Tell People About Your Vision Impairment'

Step Six: Know Your Tech

Find out how technology can be a game-changer when it comes to accessing your education, and resources to explore what technology is available.

Find out more about 'Step Six: Know Your Tech'
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