We’re Aff Tae The Big School 2025

Scotland’s Biggest Online P7/Y6 Transition Event

Live on Thursday 19th June 2025 at 1:30pm

Tree of Knowledge, in partnership with e-Sgoil, is delighted to bring back We’re Aff Tae The Big School — the UK’s biggest and bonkers-est P7/Y6 online transition celebration!

Whether you're a primary school waving off your pupils or a secondary school welcoming them in, this FREE, high-energy, 75-minute live event is for YOU.

Last year saw over 30,000 pupils from 800+ schools join us.

This year? We're going even bigger.

What to Expect

  • LIVE on YouTube – nationwide celebration
  • Celebrity good luck messages from familiar faces
  • MythBusters – busting common fears about big school
  • Scotland’s BIGGEST school quiz (yes, really!)
  • Teacher challenges – expect biscuits, chaos, and hilarity
  • Inspirational keynotes from Tree of Knowledge speakers
  • A shared experience to send your pupils off with confidence and a smile

NEW FOR 2025

To support the journey beyond the big day, schools will also get access to 4 brand new Treehouse transition lessons – designed for use in class or at home, and tailored to pupils and parents:

  • Building resilience
  • Empathy & kindness
  • Transition reflections
  • Parent–pupil preparation

More information about these lessons, and full curricular links can be found in the Treehouse Transition Booklet, which is available here.

The supporting website, with links, can be accessed here.

How to Get Involved

  1. Sign up your school via bit.ly/BigSchool2025

  2. Download the lesson pack to help prep your class

  3. Tune in LIVE on 19th June @ 1:30pm (the join link will be sent to you following registration)

  4. Join the party online – post your pics, win prizes, and be part of something special

Whether you're in the Borders or the Highlands, every learner deserves to feel excited and supported as they move to secondary. With e-Sgoil’s help, this event remains free and fully accessible for all.

Let’s send the Class of 2025 to big school with confidence, connection… and a cracking great laugh.

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