If your child changes school at some time other than in September, then schools should still support them with transition. A transition meeting between staff from both schools as well as you, your child (if appropriate), and other professionals working with your child would be a useful way to plan for transition.

Information such as strengths, areas of need and required support should be shared between schools. It may also be useful for your child to visit their new school before starting there so they can familiarise themselves with a new environment and new people.

Information about applying for an in-year admission can be found in our general school admissions guidance (for pupils without an EHCP).

If your child has an EHCP in place any change of school is managed by the SEND Operations Team, rather than the school admissions team.

If your child needs to move school, for example due to moving house, please speak to your current school and notify ehcp@devon.gov.uk who can advise you and the current setting on the best way to support the situation.