TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL
An online program supporting Autistic and Neurodivergent students as they transition from primary school into high school.
Starting 19th of January.
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Our Transition to High School Groups are designed to support autistic/neurodivergent students transitioning from primary school to Year 7. These small-group sessions provide a safe, supportive space for young people to prepare for the changes and challenges of starting high school.
These groups are led by relatable, trained mentors. Young adults who are either recent high school graduates or are currently completing their final years. They bring real-life insights and experiences, creating a supportive environment that fosters connection, growth, and shared understanding.
This Transition to High School Group is a focused session designed just for students stepping into Year 7. Although this group operates under our Cycle or Online program offerings, it’s completely standalone with its own tailored curriculum, mentors, and community. It is online, and attendees meet on Zoom. Same time, same mentors, for daily 60-minute sessions. Guided by trained autistic mentors, participants explore a shared journey, connect with each other, and grow their confidence in a place where they never have to mask or apologise for being themselves.
Over the course of the program, participants will build a metaphorical “toolbox” filled with strategies and skills to help them navigate the transition with confidence. Topics include:
- Develop skills to identify trusted supports at school
- Build capacity to manage stress and decompress after each school day
- Become familiar with daily preparation routines so they start every school day with confidence
- Become familiar with high-school timetables and lockers while managing the change between classes and environments
This program is ideal for students beginning Year 7 in 2026 and looking for support and practical tools for a positive start to high school.
5-day Program STARTING January 19th
Daily Sessions Monday to Friday
from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (AEDT)
Transition to High School
Neurodivergent mentors from the I CAN team have reflected on tips that would have been helpful to hear before they started Year 7 and put them into a graphic novel to assist students before the big start of Year 7.
If you’d like to view the resource and learn more click the button below, it’s available to download for free.
ENROLMENT GUIDE: TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL
Further Resources
Video Highlight: transitioning into Year 7
Frequently Asked Questions: Transition to High School
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
To participate you/ your young person need to:
- Currently in one of the age groups specified and located in Australia.
- Aware that they are Autistic, unless participating in the I CAN Imagination Club® group.
- Comfortable engaging via online and understanding that this may provide some sensory challenges for individuals who are sound sensitive as the online environment may prove to be noisy in some sessions.
- Willing to take part in a group activity in the afternoon or evening (this can be difficult for some individuals who need significant “down time” in the evening, so please consider preferences and needs)
- Can attend the allocated day and time.
- Be aware that an Expression of Interest form has been submitted and is willing to participate.
- Understand that a cancellation policy is in place and is willing to accept its terms upon acceptance of a spot.
- Will need to be able to abide by our ICT terms and conditions which ensure online safety and positive cyber participation.
