year 6 to 7 Transition HUB for students starting in September 2024
Welcome to Rivington & Blackrod High School
The transition from primary to secondary school is exciting, full of challenges and experiences for parents and children. We work very hard to ease the transition period for all our students, so they are ready for the challenges of high school, enjoying new friendships and the new opportunities it brings.
To support you as you transition from primary to secondary school, we have included key information below, such as:
- Parental Handbook and Student "Moving Up" Guide
- Bus timetables example timetables for the current academic year 2023-24
- Uniform list (including confirmation of Year 7 tie colour)
- Our top tips for starting high school
If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to get in touch via email at transition@rbhs.co.uk
Change to the timings of the school day
From September 2024 the timings of the school day will be changing.
The school day will start at 8.40am and will end at 3.10pm.
Parental Handbook and Student "Moving Up" Guide
We are very aware that the transition to secondary school can be both a worrying and exciting time for the parents/carers and pupils involved. In order to help you and your child prepare for their transition to RBHS, we have produced a Parental Handbook and Student "Moving Up" Guide to provide you with all the information we feel you will need.
Please take time to read both documents and share the Student Guide with your child.
The Parental Handbook covers:
Our mission, vision and values | Student support | Extracurricular activities |
Our school history and values | School uniform | House system |
Key dates for your diary | School footwear | Transport |
The school day | School equipment | ParentPay |
Click here to view our Parental Handbook Click here to view our Student Guide
Find out what some of our current Year 7 students think about the learning and life at RBHS:
If you are viewing on mobile, please click here to view the video
Our Top Tips
Moving to secondary school is an exciting time. You will meet lots of new people and have the opportunity to take part in new activities like sports and other clubs. However, it's also normal to be nervous about this big change in your life, so don't worry - lots of other students will be feeling the same. Read our top tips below to help you settle in.
1. Be confident
Introduce yourself to people even if it takes you out of your comfort zone - remember, most people will be in the same boat as you and will also be hoping to make new friends
2. Find common interests and pursue them together
3. Take your time
Good friendships often form gradually as you naturally learn more about each other
4. Join a club or lunchtime/after school activity to meet people
5. Get to know different people
You will often be partnered or seated with different people in your classes, which can be a good opportunity to get to know people
Good friends are often:
- Honest
- Reliable
- Supportive
- Good listeners
- Sensitive to other's needs
- Humble (don't brag)
- Encouraging
Student Enrichment
As a school, we are committed to providing high quality opportunities outside the usual curriculum time through enrichment activities, such as:
- Art and Crafts Club
- Karate Club
- Drama Club
- Book Club
- Filmmaking Club
- Geography Club
- Band Club
- Badminton Club
- Football/Netball Training
- Basketball/Rugby Club
- Dance Club
- Science Club
These activities are an important and exciting feature of school life and contribute enormously to our student's academic and social development. The enrichment program at Rivington and Blackrod High School encourages our students to engage with their school community so that when they leave in Year 13, they are active, confident, and emotionally resilient young adults.
We have an exciting array of extracurricular activities for our students. Click on the link below to view our current enrichment activities.
Transition Checklist
To help you prepare for the move to secondary school, we have created a checklist. Tick off each item as you complete it.
Download our Transition Checklist
KEY INFORMATION
Travelling to RBHS
Several bus services provide access to and from Rivington and Blackrod High School. However, the timetable and routes change each year.
For 2023-24, the dedicated 912, 913, 914, 915 school bus services operate to and from the school. New timetables will be issued during the Summer Holidays.
- 912 - Brownlow Fold - Doffcocker - Montserrat - Bottom of the Moor
- 913 - Bolton - Heaton - Lostock - Middlebrook
- 914 - Middlebrook - Lostock - Brazley
- 915 - Daisy Hill - Westhoughton - Wingates - Aspull - Blackrod
View all routes and timetables for school buses here >
Commercial bus services
The following commercial bus services operate close to the school:
- 516 - Horwich - Four Gates - Westhoughton - Atherton - Leigh
Download 516 route and timetable > - 575 - Bolton - Heaton - Lostock - Horwich - Blackrod - Wigan
Download 575 route and timetable > - 125 - Bolton - Doffcocker - Bottom o’ th’ Moor - Heath Charnock - Chorley - Bamber Bridge - Preston Download 125 route and timetable >
Visit the TfGM website for the latest information and timetables before you start.
Further information about travelling to RBHS >
School Uniform
As a school, we firmly believe that our school uniform at Key Stage 3 and 4 plays a valuable role in contributing to our ethos and setting an appropriate tone that supports effective teaching and learning.
Working with students, we have made a lot of progress towards achieving the consistent appearance of students in uniform across both key stages, and we are keen to maintain this. Therefore, all students should wear the specified school uniform below with names marked on each item.
Please note: Trainers, trainer look shoes, and canvas footwear is strictly not permitted under any circumstances irrespective of whether it is described as a 'school shoe' by retailers. One such shoe is the Oslo Flare by Clarks (click here to view) this type of shoe is not permitted in school.
Please find below details of our local uniform suppliers:
Andrew Leech Schoolwear - website : click here / telephone : 01204 697624
Whittakers Schoolwear - website : click here / telephone : 01204 389485
Smart Schoolwear - website : click here / telephone : 01204 392610
View our Uniform Policy here >
Year 7 Tie Colour:
For students starting in Year 7 in September 2024, the tie colour is RED.
They will remain in this colour of tie throughout their time at Rivington and Blackrod High School.
Our new school Library
Our Year 7 students have exclusive access to our new school library every Monday at break and lunch. With over 4000 current fiction and non-fiction books spanning various interests and reading abilities, there is something for everyone.
To find out more about our library and how to loan books, please click the link below.
Contact Us
- Head of Lower School: Mr R Needham - rneedham@rbhs.co.uk
Lower School
Rivington & Blackrod High School
Albert Street,
Horwich,
Bolton,
Greater Manchester
BL6 7AW
Telephone: 01204 333266
Website: www.rbhs.co.uk
For general enquires contact: office@rbhs.co.uk