Probably – nearly everyone does to begin with – even teachers! However, this is nothing to worry about as there will be lots of pupils looking for the same place and lots of staff and students around to help you. You will also have a map in your planner.

Absolutely not – they know that it will take you a long time to get to know the school. They don’t want you to rush or get stressed – if it takes you a while longer to begin with, then that is absolutely fine.

Now you are in secondary school, you are expected to take responsibility for your own equipment. You will need a pencil case packed with pen, pencil, ruler, glue stick, whiteboard pen, sharpener, rubber and colours and calculator. You will need to bring any books that you have been given for lessons, and you will need your sports kit on PE days. It is better to pack your bag the evening before school so you don’t forget anything. You won’t need your PE kit on the first day.

Unfortunately, we don't have enough space in the school for lockers. You will have to carry your bag with you to lessons. You can leave your coat and PE kit in your form room. You can also leave your bag in there at break.

When you get off your bus or arrive at the front of school, there will be lots of teachers to show you where to go. You will go to line up - where you went on Transition Day - and then be taken to your form room.

We are a friendly school – everyone will be happy to help you. Ask any adult and they will take you to your tutor or to Year Base if they can’t help you themselves. It will all seem strange at first but you should begin to find things easier in a few days.

You will line up next to your bus number - try to have that in your mind the first day. Teachers will then take you to your bus. You may not get your bus pass immediately. But don't worry, you will be allowed on the bus.