P7 Transitions: General Information
Information about the P7 - S1 Transition Process.
Resources will be uploaded regularly at the appropriate stage of the transition process for pupils, parents/ carers to engage with as they prepare to join us in August 2027.
Please find below some of the transition events that are taking place over the course of Session 2026-27. More detailed communication will be sent out prior to the events taking place:
| Event | Date | Location |
| P7 Open Evening | 27th October 2026 (6-8pm) | Whitburn Academy |
| Pre Christmas Transition Visits | See table below | Whitburn Academy |
| Pupil Support Visits / Pastoral Care Visits | Various Dates May 2027 | All Primary Cluster Schools |
| P7 Transition Week Parent Information Evening | 2nd June 2027 (6-7pm) | Whitburn Academy |
| P7 Transition Week | 9th - 11th June 2027 | Whitburn Academy |
Our first planned event will be the Primary 7 Transition Evening. At this event you will be given a tour of the school, experience showcases from our departments and meet the key school staff.
Pre Christmas Transition Visits
Each P7 class from our cluster primary schools will visit Whitburn Academy for a pre-Christmas Transition Visit. This will involve pupils experiencing a mix of teaching from their primary teachers and Academy staff. The table below shows the dates that each primary school will be visiting the Academy.
| Primary School | Date of Visit |
| Whitdale Primary School | 7th October 2026 |
| Longridge Primary School | 14th October 2026 |
| Greenrigg Primary School | 4th November 2026 |
| Stoneyburn Primary School | 11th November 2026 |
| Fallahill Primary School | 18th November 2026 |
| Polkemmet Primary School | 25th November 2026 |
| Croftmalloch Primary School | 2nd December 2026 |
A copy of the letter issued to all Primary 7 pupils regarding the pre Christmas Transition Visits can be viewed or downloaded from the following link: P7 Pre Christmas Transition Visits 2026 (PDF, 152 KB)(opens new window)
Frequently Asked Questions
Find out the answers to some commonly asked questions about the P7-S1 transition process
