Case studies

For an excellent account of one young woman's transition from school to university - and home again - read The Paper Hydra:  A transition quest by Lucy Ritchie.  Copies available from the Playback Trust.

Growing up is an emotional experience for everyone - read [insert link to attachment] one parent's thoughts in How Do I Feel Today?

By law, education authorities must start planning for life after school six months before the young person leaves.  One organisation found that planning started in March 2009 for seven young people due to leave school in June 2009.  Sound familiar?  Tell us about your experience.