Bees

Pre-formal sensory learners (mixed EYFS, KS1 and KS2)  

Curriculum: “Explore Curriculum” delivered through a blend of specialist interventions and engaging and motivating experiences, adapted and enriched through the use of story and theme. 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using the Engagement Profile, Routes For Learning and Castle Flower Frameworks 

Robins and Wrens  

Semi-formal learners based at the Fields Site (mixed EYFS and KS1) 

Curriculum: delivered via a mix of discrete subject-based sessions and child led activities, adapted and enriched through the use of story and theme 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Birth to 5 Matters Criteria  

Ladybirds

Pre-formal learners based at Castle (mixed KS1 and KS2) 

Curriculum: delivered through a blend of specialist interventions and engaging and motivating experiences, adapted and enriched through the story and theme. 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning and Castle Rainbow Frameworks 

Dragonflies 

Pre-formal and semi-formal sensory learners with Autism Spectrum Condition,  based at Castle (mixed KS1 and KS2) 

Curriculum: delivered through a blend of specialist interventions and engaging and motivating experiences, adapted and enriched through the story and theme. 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning, Engagement Profile and Castle Rainbow Frameworks 

Hedgehogs and Squirrels 

Semi-formal learners 

Curriculum: delivered through a range of subject based lessons, cross curricular experiences, interventions, targeted approaches.  

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Frameworks (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS. 

Owls and Foxes 

Semi-formal sensory learners  

Curriculum: based on a range of subject based lessons, cross-curricular experiences, interventions, and targeted approaches.  

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Framework (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS. 

Badgers and Deers 

Semi-formal learners, preparing for formal learning 

Curriculum: an increased number of formal-style subject-based lessons, enhanced and supported by cross-curricular experiences, interventions, and targeted approaches.  

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Framework (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS. 

Deal and Edinburgh 

Pre-formal sensory learners 

Curriculum: “Explore Curriculum” delivered through a blend of specialist interventions and engaging and motivating experiences, adapted and enriched through the use of story and theme. 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using the Engagement Profile, Routes for Learning and Castle Flower Frameworks 

Carisbrooke

Pre-formal and semi-formal sensory learners 

Curriculum: delivered through a blend of specialist interventions and engaging and motivating experiences, adapted and enriched through the story and theme. 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning, Engagement Profile and Castle Rainbow Frameworks 

Dover and Balmoral

Semi-formal learners 

Curriculum: based on a range of subject based lessons, cross-curricular experiences, interventions, and targeted approaches.  

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Frameworks (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS.  

Some Balmoral students may also be beginning formal learning. 

Balmoral and Corfe 

Formal learners 

Curriculum: an increased number of formal-style subject-based lessons, enhanced and supported by cross-curricular experiences, interventions, and targeted approaches.  

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Frameworks (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS. Some pupils may also have workbooks. 

Some Balmoral students may also be engaged in semi-formal learning 

Trinity  

Semi-formal sensory learners  

Curriculum: based on a range of subject based lessons, cross-curricular experiences, interventions, and targeted approaches.  

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Frameworks (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS.  

Accreditation via EQUALS Moving On  

Tintagel  

Semi-formal and formal learners  

Curriculum: based on a range of formal subject-based lessons, cross-curricular experiences, interventions, targeted approaches, and work experience. 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Frameworks (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS. Some students may also have workbooks. 

Accreditation via some Entry Level Certificates and OCR Life and Living Skills  

Ludlow and Warwick  

Formal learners  

Curriculum: based around subject specific learning, personal development opportunities, and work experience 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated in pupil workbooks and moderated units for exam work  

Accreditation via Entry Level and some GCSEs where appropriate 

Kings 

Pre-formal and semi-formal learners  (mixed KS4 and KS5) 

Curriculum: based on a range of subject-based lessons, cross-curricular experiences, interventions, and targeted approaches 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Framework (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS.  

Accreditation via EQUALS Moving On  

Wolfson  

Semi-formal learners 

Curriculum: based on a range of subject-based lessons, cross-curricular experiences, interventions, targeted approaches, and work experience 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated via Evidence for Learning using Castle Assessment Frameworks (Rainbow and Gemstone) and SCERTS. Some students may also have workbooks. 

Accreditation via OCR Life and Living Skills  

Churchill   

Formal learners  

Curriculum: based around subject specific learning, personal development opportunities, and work experience 

Progress and achievement: tracked and celebrated in pupil workbooks and moderated units for exam work  

Accreditation via Entry Level and some GCSEs where appropriate