This is one of three reports on a study which followed a diverse group of New Zealand students as they made the transition from primary to secondary schooling, progressed through Year 9 and on in to Year 10.
The purpose of the study was to investigate what it is like for students when they move from primary to secondary schooling, as a basis for establishing to what extent this transition may be a problem for some or all students. It was also to identify ways in which to make this transition smoother for students, with the ultimate aim of contributing to enhanced experiences and increased successes for students in the classroom and at school generally.
As the title suggests, the core of this report documents the experiences of ‘Emily’, one of our participating students, throughout the transition process.