Transition & Feeder Schools
Primary to Secondary Transition
The transition from Primary to Secondary school is one of the most daunting prospects for parents. Have you made the right decision? Will your child successfully adapt to the new school? Will they make new friends?
We understand that it can be a very worrying time and try to make this transition as smooth and concern-free as possible. Continuity is one of the key ways in which the transition to secondary school can be made much easier. We work as a close-knit team with our family of schools, so children will already be familiar with many of the South Nottinghamshire Academy teachers and students who regularly visit primary schools and organise joint activities. Likewise, children in our feeder primary schools will also have been to South Nottinghamshire Academy on several occasions to get involved in a variety of events and activities.
We have a dedicated Transition Manager, Mr Peyton (Assistant Headteacher), who regularly liaises with our family of schools to plan and organise transition activities and meets with parents to discuss any concerns or answer any questions they may have.
If you would like more information about Transition, please email transition@snacademy.org.uk
Key Dates and Deadlines
| Nottinghamshire County Council online application deadline: | National offer day | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 31st October 2023 | Friday 1st March 2024 | |
Catchment Schools
Our family of schools includes Cotgrave C of E School, Cotgrave Candleby Lane School, Radcliffe on Trent Infant School and Radcliffe on Trent Junior School.
Catchment Map
Appeals
If you have been unsuccessful in being offered a place at South Nottinghamshire Academy on 1 March 2024 (National Offer Day), you have the right to appeal against this decision to an independent appeals panel.
How to lodge an appeal
- Download the Notice of Appeal form located at the bottom of this page.
- You should include any information and/or documentation that you wish to submit in support of your case, including proof of permanent residency for your child at your home address. You may submit additional information any time up to the hearing but, if you provide anything too close to the hearing date which the panel thinks may be significant, the panel may need to adjourn to allow all parties the opportunity to consider it.
- Ensure you have read our Admissions Policy which is available in the Policies and Documents section of the website.
Please send your completed appeal form and all documentation to our Admissions Officer Miss M Lamont, m.lamont@snacademy.org.uk. Alternatively, you may wish to print off the documentation and hand it in to reception.
The deadline for submitting an appeal is Monday 15th April. You should receive an acknowledgement within 5 school days.
Watch the 'Welcome to SNA' video below to explore a collection of photos showcasing the numerous events, trips, and activities hosted at our school.