ELC - P1 Transition 

We hope you enjoy our Midmouse and Oakley story. At the end of the book you can meet your new teacher, find out more about them and listen to a story by clicking the 'storytime' links. 

“Transition is considered to be an adjustment over time to new contexts outside the family, where babies and children experience changes to their social environment, to their routines, to what is expected of them and to the relationships they have with others in new situations. Our aspiration should be to promote in babies and children a sense of belonging by providing them with their entitlement to continuity of learning in a caring and respectful environment which reflects the settings unique cultures.”

(Realising the Ambition, P89)



We are delighted that your child will be joining Primary One in Burnbrae. For some of you this will be your first experience of Burnbrae Primary, we would like to extend a very warm welcome to you and your family. We look forward to working with you all. Moving on from an early years setting to school is a very important milestone for your child and we want to work with you to ensure that the transition is smooth for all. 


Children will:


Parents will:


Staff will:


Children who have been identified for an enhanced transition will  (please note, this could  look different for each child based on needs and in response to each  transition visit) have the following - 



ELC - P1 Transition dates can be found on our online calendar

Our aim is for you to feel confident and secure about what lies ahead and this will in turn help children to be happy and relaxed. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to get in touch either by email Burnbrae.ps@midlothian.gov.uk or by calling the school office on 0131 271 4605.

Mid Mouse 

What is Mid mouse?
Mid mouse is an authority wide, community based transition project which will help to support your child as they move from their home & early learning & childcare setting into school. Each child will be gifted a mouse which can be used as an object to support and share their journey. Every school and early learning and childcare setting will also have a mouse, similar to your child’s. Mid mouse will be a part of this special time of change for your child and can be with them every step of the way.

Useful Links for Parents/Carers 

Getting ready for school
Best Start Grant and Best Start Foods
Burnbrae Uniform
Free School Meals and Clothing Grants
Virtual tours of schools – open the map of Midlothian then select your high school catchment area to find your primary or secondary school tour
Education Scotland Thinglink