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Year 6 to 7 Transition HUB for students starting in September 2025

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:

If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to get in touch via email at transition@rbhs.co.uk

Parental Handbook and Student "Moving Up" Guide

We understand that the transition to secondary school can be both an exciting and sometimes worrying time for parents, carers, and pupils. To help you and your child prepare for this important step, we’ve created a Parental Handbook and Student "Moving Up" Guide. These resources are filled with helpful information to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Our Parental Handbook is live now and our Student "Moving Up" Guide will be available to download in the coming weeks. We encourage you to take some 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 

 RBHS Parental Handbook   Student Guide - Available April 2025

Register now for Summer School 2025

Our Year 7 Summer School will run from Monday, 18th August - Thursday, 21st August 2025 inclusive. 

We are delighted to invite your child to attend the Summer School celebrating the “Magic and Mystery of RBHS”. 

During this week we are offering a range of exciting enrichment activities to all new Year 7 students. This is a great opportunity for the students to meet friends old and new as well as some of the teachers they will have next year. 

The students will learn in a fun and engaging way the history and values of the school.

Click here to register for the Summer School 

 

Timings of the School Day

The school day starts at 8.40am and ends at 3.10pm.

Travelling to RBHS

School Bus Services

There are a number of different bus services which provide access to and from Rivington and Blackrod High School and Sixth Form. However, the timetable and routes change each year.

For 2024-25, the dedicated 811, 913, 914, 915 school bus services operate to and from the school.  New timetables will be issued during the Summer Holidays.

  • Vision Bus service 811 – Heath Charnock, Adlington
  • Bee Network Go North West service 913 – Bolton, Heaton, Lostock
  • Bee Network Go North West service 914 – Bolton, Doffcocker, Lostock, Brazley
  • Bee Network Diamond Bus service 915 – Daisy Fold, 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:

You can also plan your route online with Transport for Greater Manchester's (TfGM) Journey Planner. Journey Planner is designed to make life easier for anyone who wants to make a journey across Greater Manchester.

Simply click on the link below and enter your destination postcode as either Bl6 7AW (Lower School) or BL6 7RU (Upper School). 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 in the policy link 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.

View our Uniform Policy here >

Year 7 Tie Colour

For students starting in Year 7 in September 2025, the tie colour is YELLOW. They will remain in this colour of tie throughout their time at Rivington and Blackrod High School. 

Important Uniform Update

From the start of the 2025/2026 academic year (beginning 1st September 2025) Rivington & Blackrod High School will be introducing a new school skirt.

From September 2025, students will have the option to wear plain black tailored trousers (not denim, slim or skinny fit) or the new school skirt. The existing skirt will no longer form part of our school uniform and cannot be worn from 1st September 2025.

Please click here to view a full letter from school to all parents with further details.

Further details on sizing, how to order etc will follow in week commencing 24th March 2025.

 

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 >

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.

Our 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.

Student Library > 

 

Helpful Tips for When You Start Rivington & Blackrod High School

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

 

What Makes a Good Friend

  • Honest
  • Reliable
  • Supportive
  • Good listeners
  • Sensitive to other's needs
  • Humble (don't brag)
  • Encouraging

 

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

 

 Contact Us

 

Head of Lower School: Mrs E Yates

Lower School Address:  Rivington & Blackrod High School, Albert Street, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 7AW.

 

Telephone:  01204 333266

Website: www.rbhs.co.uk

For general enquires contact: transition@rbhs.co.uk