Transition to Year 7 September 2026

Welcome to City of Peterborough Academy!

We are delighted your child will be joining City of Peterborough Academy (CoPA) in September and we look forward to working with you and your child over the next five years of their education and development.

We understand that the transition from primary to secondary education can feel both exciting and understandably daunting. Our commitment is to ensure your child continues to thrive, both academically and in their personal development, through care, encouragement and high-quality support.

At our Academy, we are dedicated to providing the very best education for every student, regardless of background or starting point. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that supports academic success while also developing confidence, character and resilience, preparing young people to achieve their potential and take their next steps as valued members of society.

Key Dates for New to Year 7 Starters

Monday 15 to Friday 19 June 2026 - Year 6 to 7 Transition Parent Meetings

Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 July 2026 - Student Transition Days

Wednesday 1 July 2026 - Transition Evening for Parents/Carers

Wednesday 3 September 2026 - Start of Term Year 7 Students

Open Evening for New to Year 7 Starters September 2027 - Thursday 24th September 2026

Key Information

Using the links in this section of our website, you will be able to find some useful key information

Admission Form - Admissions Form

Free School Meal Application - FSM Applications

Uniform - COPA Uniform

Online Payments Platform - VeriCool Onlline Payment

In other sections on our website you can also find information about our curriculum, our rules and expectations, the support and opportunities that will be available to your child and much more.

It can be difficult to take in all the information in one go, so please take your time and don't hesitate to get in touch if the information provided does not answer your questions via transition@cityofpeterboroughacademy.org