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By CPC Helpdesk
As another cohort takes its tentative first steps into secondary school education this September, CPC and our partners Tree of Knowledge are already laying the groundwork for the next 'We're Off To The Big School' online transition support event.
That's right, get it in those new, 2026-27 diaries, CPC is thrilled to confirm we will be bringing the informative and interactive 'We're Off To The Big School' bonanza back to classrooms next summer, with the big day scheduled for Thursday 24th June.
After a number of years of ToK reassuring and empowering P7 learners across their native Scotland, 2026 saw CPC's support facilitate the UK-wide launch of 'We're Off To The Big School', with almost 45,000 Year 6 pupils from 965 schools taking part.
A lively online webinar, once described as "Saturday morning TV meets the best school assembly you've ever had", 'We're Off To The Big School' is a completely free event, designed specifically for children about to make their huge leap into the relative unknown of secondary education. The aim of the webinar is to make that leap feel a whole lot smaller and less daunting, duly highlighting some of the many exciting opportunities that await and dispelling some of the common myths that can circulate.
Hosted by ex-primary school teacher, Gavin Oattes, attendees can expect messages of encouragement from staff, fellow pupils and a host of famous faces, with a number of Manchester United players making their Big School debut this year. On top of all of this, the 2026 edition saw schools around the UK compete in the Big School quiz, with prizes on offer and fun along the way.
Yet another example of the CPC charity's steadfast commitment to Giving Back to education, 'We're Off To The Big School' has already helped to support so many youngsters, as they look to pastures new, with the benefits extending way beyond one day.
On that note, CPC is pleased to advise that, when signing up for Big School 2027 ahead of time (it's completely free of charge), teachers and school support staff can gain access to useful classroom activities and related campaign resources, enabling them to further equip their Year 6 classes with important knowledge/knowhow, setting the stage for a fresh chapter with confidence.
Want to benefit from ToK's winning mix of top advice and madcap fun when 'We're Off To The Big School' returns in June? Sign up today for free and spread the word across this academic year, so we can make this the biggest Big School in history, helping more Year 6 pupils than ever before. If a secondary school is the destination next September, Big School 2027 is the launchpad!
You can register your Year 6 class for 'We're Off To The Big School: Class of 2027 here.