Primary

Within the primary department (Key Stage 2), all of the core and foundation subjects of the National Curriculum are taught using schemes of work taken from the subject orders. Methodologies and approaches are modified according to the needs of the individuals within each class. The overall emphasis is on the development of basic skills.

All primary classes have lessons following the structure of the National Literacy and Numeracy strategies. Materials used are modified to meet the needs of the children and they are assisted to access these skills by the use of symbols and signs as appropriate. Planning of the curriculum is undertaken to ensure breadth, depth and progression of learning for all pupils. In addition, aspects of Personal and Social Education are given a high priority and form part of the individual education plan for each pupil.

Pupils with more complex needs can access the curriculum through the use of multi-sensory approaches. This enables the children to use and integrate their senses to learn about themselves and the world around them. The balance between subject based sessions and therapeutic input may be different for each of these pupils and is planned according to individual needs.

Pupils with additional physical disabilities have their own class base within the department but join with others for appropriate activities.

Inclusive links with mainstream schools are an integral part of Primary provision. Some pupils take part in shared weekly sessions in subjects such as PE and Art. All pupils are involved in projects such as the dance workshops on an annual basis.