Moving from primary to high school is a big step for any child. But there are steps we can take as parents to help make the transition as smooth and easy as possible.

Zoe talks to Rebecca Bakewell, headteacher at City Academy near Birmingham city centre, who has loads of practical suggestions on what families can do to prepare.

Find out how to inspire confidence in your kids for that all important first day and for all the weeks and months that follow.

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Hosted by Zoe Chamberlain
Produced and edited by Matt Millard