Tips for Planning Successful Transitions

A well-planned transition to school can be the difference between flourishing and floundering. So, how do you plan for success?

This two-page list of ideas is a great place to start!

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This resource was taken from our Parent’s Handbook on Inclusive Education. Click the button below to explore the whole handbook.

Looking for more advice on transitions? Click the button below to read chapter 6, Planning for big transitions, from the Handbook.

The chapter includes these topics and more:

Transitioning to kindergarten
Transitioning from grade 3 to grade 4
Transitioning out of elementary school to middle school
Transitioning into high school
Transitioning from high school to adult life

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May 2025

This resource was featured in our monthly newsletter, Inclusion in Action.

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