Transition Post 16 Years

A Child’s Plan meeting to discuss transition plans should be held at least 12 months before the young person leaves school. Clear and informative communication between professionals, families and the young person at all stages of transition is very important. 

The views of families and young people must be a valued part of the planning process and their views must be sought and listened to. They should be able to access support if they need it.

All young people must be offered the opportunity to stay on at school post 16 or have an identified destination. In preparing for leaving school the strengths, abilities, wishes and needs of the young person must be taken into account. Personal planning may identify needs such as skill building in independent living, money management, independent travel etc. which can then be targeted and developed in their programme before they leave school. The school should ensure that the young person has sufficient information about the relevant choices of training or work places and college or higher education courses. It should also ensure clearly identified routes and agencies of support for young people at this time and that the adult services such as Social Work, Health and Skills Development Scotland are involved and planning effectively.

Permission should be sought from the family or young person before any information is shared.

The Education Authority must share information with other appropriate professionals in Education and Learning, Skills Development Scotland, Further Education Colleges and Higher Education establishments, at least 6 months before the child or young person moves to the next stage.