Ready for resumption: the week-before-term checklistReady for resumption: the week-before-term checklist

The week before resumption sets the tone for the whole term. This list keeps the essentials from slipping.

Academic

• Classes and arms set up for the new term, with form teachers assigned
• Subject allocation and timetable shared with staff
• Promotion decisions from last session applied to every student
• Assessment scheme — CA weights, exam weights, grade bands — confirmed

Finance

• Fee structure reviewed and approved for each class
• Term invoices issued with discounts applied
• Payment channels tested with a small real payment
• Last term’s arrears carried forward and checked

Parents and communication

• Resumption date, time and requirements sent to every family
• New families invited to the parent portal
• Key dates — mid-term, exams, PTA — shared
• School website and social pages updated with the new term’s dates

People

• New staff accounts created with the right role
• Leavers’ access removed
• Front office briefed on the questions parents will ask in week one