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Pupil Pathways

A partnership built on purpose

SIL and Pupil Pathways share a clear commitment to early, well‑planned and joined‑up transitions where no learner is left behind.

Grounded in research and driven by innovation, it brings together in‑school expertise and powerful digital tools to support a whole‑system approach.

By combining SIL’s evidence‑based insight with Pupil Pathways’ leading digital tools, the partnership will deliver, evidence‑based, inclusive and seamless school transitions.

About the partnership

Why transition matters?

Good transition is not a single event but a process. 

It involves supporting emotional adjustment, building new relationships and developing learner independence - all of which contribute to long‑term wellbeing, engagement and attainment.

The early years lay the foundations for future success, nurturing confidence and helping children navigate new social, emotional and academic environments.  

When done well, the primary–secondary transition further strengthens resilience, belonging and academic achievement.

However, when children do not feel secure or understood during these crucial stages, it can heighten anxiety, reduce engagement and impact on progress.

“Transition is not a single moment in time, it is a process that shapes how children feel about learning, belonging and themselves.

Inclusive transition does not happen by chance, it requires the right systems, the right insight and meaningful collaboration across education settings.

By enabling early, secure and structured information sharing, Pupil Pathways solutions remove fragmentation from transition, reduces pressure on schools and ensures every learner is truly seen, understood and supported long before day one, so no learner is left behind.”

Brendan Nel, Founder & CEO, Pupil Pathways

Transition Solutions

StepIntoSchool

Supports smooth, personalised transitions - especially for children needing additional support.

  • Strengthens communication and connection between nurseries, childminders and primary schools 
  • Shares consistent, structured information in a secure, GDPR‑compliant way.
  • Provides a clear, rounded picture of each child’s development, including speech, language and social development, attendance, SEND and safeguarding indicators before September.
  • Reduces duplication and eases workloads through a single, streamlined process used across local authorities.
  • Ensures children start school feeling prepared, understood and supported, with targeted help in place from day one.

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SixIntoSeven

Transforms primary-secondary transition by making information‑sharing earlier, easier, and more effective.

  • Strengthens communication and connection between primary and secondary teams through a unified process.
  • Shares consistent, structured information in a secure, GDPR‑compliant way.
  • Replaces last‑minute meetings and scattered data with a consistent, structured and effective approach 
  • Includes ready‑to‑use information, covering SEND, wellbeing, safeguarding, pupil voice, attendance, behaviour, and academic progress.
  • Enables stronger planning and earlier interventions, supporting a smoother and more inclusive start for all learners.

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High‑quality, research-led CPD

A research‑informed CPD programme to support practitioners in delivering consistently stronger, proactive, and inclusive transitions for all learners. 

  • Combines practical strategies with evidence‑based insight to help practitioners refine their approach.
  • Supports staff in delivering smoother, more impactful transitions for all learners
  • Works hand‑in‑hand with Pupil Pathway’s digital tools to enhance the effective use of information.
  • Builds confidence in tailoring insight to individual learners, ensuring stronger outcomes.
     

Get In Touch

If you are interested in any of our products or services and would like to know more about how we can help your setting, please use our contact form.

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