10. How will the curriculum be matched to my child’s needs?
All children have access to a broad and balanced curriculum. Teachers adapt their teaching and provision to overcome any barriers to learning and make changes to ensure full accessibility to the curriculum. Teachers use a range of strategies to support the needs of all children in a class.
Use of pre-learning e.g. sharing key points of the learning prior to the lesson so your child is more prepared
| Use of different groupings e.g. mixture of ability and mixed ability – dependent on subject | Using concrete apparatus e.g. practical resources in maths, magnetic letters for spelling | Appropriate use of questionning, modelling and explaining |
Use of visual aids e.g. working walls, word mats, displays | Using carefully planned seating arrangements for learning e.g. positioning on the carpet /at tables; position near an adult | Using ICT to record e.g. alternatives to writing | Using ICT to support learning e.g. basic skills apps; maths; phonics; memory games; typing skills |
Use of motivators e.g. rewards, stickers, house points | Use of fidget toys e.g. to hold attention / aid concentration | Using drama techniques e.g. using hot seating, freeze framing, forum theatre | Using work stations e.g.to minimise sensory overload / stimulation |
Using activities that are hands on and multi sensory | Using clear verbal instructions and allow time for processing | Using talking partners e.g. sharing ideas; peer learning | Use of support staff |