Figuring Things Out… Starting Secondary
(6pm group) A safe space for young people preparing for the move to secondary school.
Available spots
Service Description
Starting secondary school is a big step. For some young people, it feels exciting. For others, it feels daunting. Most are carrying a mixture of both. There are new teachers, new routines, new friendships, bigger buildings, greater independence, and a growing sense that childhood is beginning to change. The truth is, nobody has secondary school completely figured out. Figuring Things Out… Starting Secondary School is a four-week online group for young people preparing to make the move from primary to secondary school. This is not counselling or group therapy. It is a supportive space where young people can explore some of the questions, worries, hopes, and challenges that often come with this important transition. Together, we will think about topics such as friendships, confidence, belonging, managing worries, asking for help, coping with change, and making sense of who we are becoming as we move towards adolescence. There is no pressure to share personal experiences. Some young people may enjoy joining discussions, while others may prefer to listen and take things in at their own pace. Both are welcome. The programme is delivered online in a small closed group. Participants remain with the same group throughout the four weeks, allowing familiarity, trust, and confidence to develop over time. Starting secondary school is about far more than timetables and classrooms. Alongside the practical changes come questions about friendships, identity, confidence, belonging, independence, and finding your place in a new environment. This group offers young people a safe space to pause, reflect, ask questions, and realise they are not the only one figuring things out. A free First Steps Call is available for parents and carers who would like to find out more or discuss whether the programme feels like the right fit for their child. Simply book through the Book Online page on the website. If the advertised dates or times do not work for your family, please join the waiting list or get in touch. If there is enough interest, additional groups may be offered at alternative times or on different days. For young people who may benefit from more personalised support, individual counselling sessions are also available separately. Future in-person groups may also be offered if there is sufficient interest.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Bookings Places are limited to a maximum of 10 per group and are offered on a first come, first served basis. A place is only confirmed once booking has been received and payment arranged. Payment Sessions are £8 per session. Payment details will be provided at the time of booking. Payment is required in advance to secure a place. Cancellations If you need to cancel, please give as much notice as possible. Cancellations made with at least 24 hours’ notice will not be charged. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice, or missed without notice, may still be charged as the space has been reserved. Missed sessions If a session is missed, we are unable to offer a refund or transfer to another date. Group structure Sessions run on alternate weeks, with separate groups for boys and girls. Places are booked into a specific group and session time. Suitability These sessions are supportive group sessions and are not therapy. If it becomes clear that a young person would benefit from a different type of support, this will be discussed with parents or carers. Behaviour and safety We aim to create a safe, respectful space for everyone. If a young person’s behaviour is significantly disruptive or unsafe, we may need to review their place in the group. Communication If there are any concerns, changes, or important information to share, please get in touch. Open communication helps us support your child effectively.
Contact Details
01667371715
hello@mjowellbeingservices.uk
Cawdor, Nairn, UK