Seamless Transitions: Preparing Every Child for the Year Ahead

The British curriculum is designed to be sequential, with each year's learning building upon the last. At Wellington College International Hangzhou, our highly skilled teachers work collaboratively to ensure that topics flow smoothly from one year to the next, reinforcing key concepts while introducing new challenges. This continuity helps pupils develop a deep understanding and retain knowledge effectively. 

At Wellington College International Hangzhou, we pride ourselves on being a close-knit community where every staff member takes the time to know each child—not just academically, but personally. Our House System plays a key role in this, bringing together pupils from different year groups and allowing them to form bonds with peers and teachers across the school. Through house events, competitions and collaborative activities, children develop a sense of belonging that eases transitions. 

Our specialist teachers—whether in music, PE, languages, or other subjects—remain consistent, allowing pupils to build strong relationships with educators who understand their strengths and areas for growth. Similarly, our dedicated school counsellor provides ongoing support, ensuring emotional and social development is nurtured year after year. 

To prepare pupils for their next academic year, we hold a Move-Up Day, where pupils meet their new teachers, classmates and classroom environments. This helps alleviate any anxieties and builds excitement for the year ahead. 

Behind the scenes, our teachers engage in extensive handovers, sharing: 

This ensures that every child's transition is personalised and that their new teacher is fully prepared to support them from day one. 

Moving from Early Years to Year 1 is a significant step, and our transition programme begins as early as December. Young learners are invited to: 

For our Year 6 pupils, the transition to Senior School is supported through a structured programme that includes: 

This ensures that pupils feel confident and well-prepared for the next phase of their education. 

At Wellington College International Hangzhou Primary, we believe that smooth transitions are the foundation of a positive and successful school experience. Through collaborative teaching, personalised handovers and engaging transition programmes, we ensure that every child feels supported, challenged and ready to thrive in their new year. 

Here, education is not just about moving up—it's about growing forward.