Year 6 at Leicester High School for Girls
The Perfect Bridge Between Primary and Senior School
Year 6 at Leicester High School for Girls offers something genuinely unique.
Rather than waiting until Year 7 to experience Senior School life, girls begin their transition gradually throughout Year 6. As the year progresses, they spend increasing amounts of time in the Senior School, becoming familiar with teachers, classrooms, routines and expectations.
By the Summer Term, Year 6 pupils have fully moved their form base into the Senior School.
The result is simple: girls arrive in Year 7 feeling confident, settled and ready to thrive.
Many parents tell us that the move to secondary school feels like one of the biggest transitions in their daughter's education. Our Year 6 programme is designed to make that transition gradual, positive and confidence-building, helping girls become familiar with Senior School life long before they reach Year 7.
Why Join Leicester High School in Year 6?
Year 6 provides girls with the best of both worlds.
They continue to benefit from the care, encouragement and support associated with primary education while gradually developing the independence, confidence and organisational skills needed for Senior School.
Throughout the year, girls learn how to:
- Move confidently between lessons
- Build relationships with specialist teachers
- Manage increasing responsibility
- Develop effective study habits
- Feel comfortable in Senior School surroundings
- Grow in confidence and independence
By the time they reach Year 7, these routines feel familiar rather than new.
A Gradual Transition to Senior School
Moving to Senior School can feel like a significant step for both children and parents.
At Leicester High, we make that transition a natural and enjoyable part of Year 6.
Throughout the year, pupils gradually spend more time in the Senior School, becoming familiar with:
- Specialist classrooms
- Senior School teachers
- Daily routines and expectations
- School facilities
- Older pupils and student leaders
By the Summer Term, pupils have fully relocated their form base into the Senior School, meaning Year 7 feels like a continuation of their journey rather than a completely new beginning.
Specialist Teaching
Year 6 pupils are taught by subject specialists who are passionate about their subjects and experienced in supporting girls at this important stage of their education.
This gives pupils the opportunity to:
- Experience different teaching styles
- Develop subject-specific knowledge and skills
- Build confidence before Year 7
- Discover new interests and strengths
- Prepare for the expectations of Senior School learning
Without the pressure of SATs, there is more time for deeper learning, creativity, curiosity and academic exploration.
Why Parents Value Year 6
Parents often tell us that they want their daughter to feel confident and prepared before starting secondary education.
Our Year 6 programme provides an additional year to build those foundations.
Many families find that their daughters:
- Settle more quickly into Senior School
- Build friendships earlier
- Feel less anxious about transition
- Develop greater independence
- Gain confidence in new environments
- Start Year 7 ready to embrace new opportunities
For many girls, Year 6 becomes the year in which they truly find their confidence.
Outstanding Pastoral Care
Every girl is known, valued and supported as an individual.
Year 6 pupils benefit from support from:
- Their Form Tutor
- The Head of Year
- Student Wellbeing Ambassadors
- Our pastoral and wellbeing team
Older pupils also play an important role in helping younger girls settle into school life, providing encouragement, friendship and practical support as they become part of the wider school community.
Our small size means that girls are never just another face in the crowd. They are known personally by staff who understand their strengths, interests and aspirations.
Opportunities Beyond the Classroom
Year 6 pupils enjoy full access to the rich extracurricular life of Leicester High School for Girls.
Opportunities include:
- Sports clubs and teams
- Music and performing arts
- STEM activities
- Creative clubs
- Leadership opportunities
- School productions and events
- Educational visits and enrichment activities
These experiences help girls develop confidence, resilience, teamwork and friendships that often last throughout their school journey.
Preparing Girls for Future Success
Year 6 provides the ideal foundation for Senior School life and beyond.
By the time pupils reach Year 7, they are already:
- Confident navigating the school
- Familiar with specialist teachers
- Comfortable moving between lessons
- Established in friendship groups
- Ready for greater independence
- Excited about the opportunities ahead
This confidence allows girls to focus on what really matters: enjoying school, embracing new challenges and achieving their potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Year 6 a good time to join Leicester High School for Girls?
Yes. Many families choose to join in Year 6 because it provides an additional year to settle into school life before Year 7. Girls have time to build friendships, gain confidence and become familiar with Senior School routines.
How does the Year 6 transition to Senior School work?
Throughout Year 6, pupils gradually spend more time in the Senior School. By the Summer Term, their form base is fully located within the Senior School, making the move into Year 7 smooth and familiar.
Do Year 6 pupils sit SATs?
No. Without the pressure of SATs, we can focus on deeper learning, academic curiosity, confidence and preparation for Senior School.
Will my daughter know the Senior School before Year 7?
Yes. Throughout Year 6, girls become familiar with teachers, classrooms, routines and facilities, helping them feel confident and settled before starting Year 7.
Can girls join Year 6 from another primary school?
Absolutely. Many pupils join us in Year 6 and quickly become part of the school community. Our transition programme and pastoral support help new girls settle confidently and make friends.
Visit Us
The best way to understand what makes Year 6 at Leicester High School for Girls so special is to visit us.
Come and meet our pupils, explore our facilities and see how our unique Year 6 experience provides the perfect bridge between primary and secondary education.
Book a personal visit today and discover how an additional year of transition can help your daughter build confidence, independence and a love of learning before Year 7.