Trusted resources for transitions support
The resources you need to get to grips with transitions and improve your practice.
Supporting all journeys to adulthood
Scotland's Transitions Knowledge Hub
Many young people with additional support needs have poor transitions experiences.
“I didn’t know what I was doing when I left school. I was shoehorned into a college course I had no understanding of. It had an enormous impact on my mental health. I felt like a failure.”
— Jamie, 19
Let's help all young people navigate this important time and achieve their potential.
Collected resources
Completely free and based on years of expertise
Find expert guidance and practical case studies to enhance your understanding and practice.
Get started quickly
Overwhelmed by transitions? That’s understandable! We’ve created a specific category to help you get started.
Curated introductory resources
No long legislative and policy documents
Summarised information so you get what you need immediately
Learn from lived experience
Gain insights from real-life experiences and learn how to navigate transitions effectively. Our resources provide practical guidance and support.
A diverse range of case studies
Hear from young people directly through video and audio
Summarised information so you get what you need immediately
Key legislation and policy
Find relevant legislative information in one place. We provide resources which consolidate laws and guidance that impact transitions, making it easy to find everything you need.
Overview of any new policies
Summaries of what you need to know
Clear guidance on how different sectors are involved
Principles of Good Transitions
The 7 Principles of Good Transitions
Based on the law and what research tells us works best to support young people with additional support needs transitioning to adulthood.
Planning and decision making should be carried out in a person-centred way.
Support should be co-ordinated across all services.
Planning should start early and continue up to age 25.
Young people should get the support they need.
Young people, parents and carers must have access to the information they need.
Families and carers need support.
A continued focus on transitions across Scotland.
Featured resource
Compass
Compass gives you simple tools to guide young people and their families - and make a real difference. Download our toolkit to get started.
Get the latest info on essential topics
Keep up to date with best practice
Share your thoughts to improve transitions for everyone
Featured resource
Intro to Transitions: E-learning
Learn the fundamentals about transitions and how to play your part with confidence and care.
Explains key duties and responsibilities
Contains stories from young people, parents and carers
Counts towards your CPD hours
