Ludlow class
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How we learn
This half term's topics
Timetable
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Subject |
When is this the main focus? |
How is this delivered in your class? |
Maths English Reading |
Curriculum Learning: English Maths Cross- Curricular Key skills session
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Maths is taught through whole class teaching and involves the use of manipulatives, games, investigations and individualized worksheets, so pupils can acquire a deep, long-term, secure and adaptable understanding of the subject. Throughout the school day we link maths to the environment around us and the real world scenarios. The students are also following the OCR framework and will complete activities that are necessary for the examination in year 11. English is taught through class stories, with a focus on character, set and plot. For writing, we follow OCR assessment framework. Reading is taught through phonics work, guided reading activities and adults regularly modelling reading skills and listening to students read / engage with texts themselves in groups and individually. We include daily handwriting activities to help with the development of fine motor skills and link English and maths to social and communication skills. For both English and Maths, we use reading eggs and mathseeds to consolidate learning, boost student’s confidence with spelling, help expand their vocabulary, develop their key literacy skills, secure core math and problem solving skills in a fun, personalized, interactive way that keeps children engaged and keen to learn. In both English and Maths, students are assessed using Castle Rainbow and Gemstones Levels.
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Cross- Curricular Key skills session Walk and talk Break Times Lunch Times PSHE |
Communication and interaction begins as soon as the pupils come into school. The students take part in a morning circuit routine that promotes interaction and teamwork. Many opportunities are set up throughout the day to ensure that the pupils are working on their communication targets.
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Cross- Curricular Key skills session PSHE Walk and talk Break Times Lunch Times
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Social and emotional skills and mental wellbeing are focused on every day. However, there are activities planned throughout the week that focus specifically on developing this area in connection with students’ targets. The aim is to provide students with the ability to recognise emotions in themselves and others and encourage them to play and work together or alongside each other.
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Curriculum Learning Community Learning Key skills session Break Times Lunch Times Class Routines
Daily routines Circuits Gym Swim |
Students take part in physical activities daily that will improve their fine and gross motor skills. There are daily opportunities for students to practice self-helping skills, be independent and focus on their health and wellbeing. Physical Activities: Daily circuits to Alert, organise and relax. Multigym Chesterton gym and swim PE lessons Cycle training Walk and talk
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Creativity |
Curriculum Learning Creative Carousel Choir Cross-Curriculum |
Creativity is included in as many areas of the curriculum as possible. Students are working towards their Entry Level examination following the 4 areas: Develop, record, refine and present. Students are supported to work on creative projects through themed lunch clubs, music and art sessions.
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Our World |
Curriculum Learning: STEM Humanities ICT Newsround Community Outings |
Students are working towards their Entry Level examination in Humanities. Students also participate in STEM activitie weekly. They will also explore their world through accessing different areas inside and outside school as well as during community. Ludlow also watches Newsround daily to ensure they are informed about current events and global issues, develop a broader understanding of the world, encourages critical thinking, and promotes discussions about relevant topics, fostering their cognitive and social development. |
Preparation for Adulthood |
Daily routines PSHE |
In Ludlow, we promote self-care and personal responsibility through daily routines. We emphasize emotional management, relationship building, and informed decision-making, both informally throughout the day but also during PSHE lessons. Community outings further enhance social interaction and real-world skills, all aimed at equipping students with the confidence and independence essential for a successful transition to adulthood. |