Curriculum Intent 

Group 1 provides a highly personalised, nurturing and sensory-rich learning environment for children with complex learning and developmental needs. Our exciting and structured curriculum is carefully designed to promote engagement, communication, language development and independence, ensuring that every child can experience success.

Learning is tailored to the individual needs of each child, taking into consideration their developmental stage, sensory differences, preferences and interests. Through a combination of structured teaching, sensory exploration and active learning experiences, children are supported to develop essential skills in communication, emotional regulation, physical development, social interaction and independence.

Communication and language development are at the heart of our curriculum. Language is taught systematically through carefully planned activities, repetition, modelling and meaningful interactions. We recognise and celebrate all forms of communication, using specialised strategies such as Makaton, visual supports, objects of reference and individualised communication approaches to support children with complex needs.

Children are encouraged to develop independence through everyday routines, practical life skills and opportunities to make choices, express preferences and interact with others. Learning incorporates sensory stories, exploratory play, music, movement and hands-on experiences, providing meaningful opportunities to discover and understand the world around them.

Our curriculum places a strong emphasis on active learning, encouraging children to explore, express themselves, develop curiosity and experience enjoyment in their learning. Children also benefit from exciting enrichment opportunities, including dance, music and visits from farm animals, where they can observe, interact and engage in new sensory and social experiences.

Through positive relationships, consistent routines and specialised teaching approaches, we aim to nurture confidence, develop communication and celebrate every achievement, however small, supporting each child to reach their individual potential.