How will we support parents to become part of the Woodlands Community?

Your first child joining secondary school is a big milestone for the whole family, and we understand that there may be many questions that parents have about the process. We have a number of ways to support parents at this crucial time too.

Class of 2031 Parent Facebook Group

All parents of students joining us in September are encouraged to join our Facebook group. This can be found via the “Groups” tab on the main Woodlands Facebook page once the places for September 2026 are released in March. This group is a really useful way to support one another, but also to ask questions and find key information. The group is overseen by Miss Sutton, one of our Deputy Headteachers, so there is always someone on hand to help with any queries.

Welcome Event for Families new to the Woodlands Community

If this is your first child to attend Woodlands, we would like to welcome you to the community with an informal “Coffee and Cake” event after school.  The date for this will be sent to you as soon as places for September 2026 have been offered in March.  This will simply be a chance to meet key staff, find out a little more about the transition process, especially our transition week, and ask any questions about your child’s particular needs.

Induction Evening

We will hold a formal induction evening for all parents and students during Transition Week. This will help you find out more about our school, our expectations and our ethos, as well as being an important opportunity to meet key members of staff and try on school uniform.  We would encourage all families to attend this event, on Wednesday 1st July and ensure that they have all the information they need for their child to start with us in September. This will take place on Wednesday 1st July for the Class of 2031.