Learning Support
Curriculum
Learning Support
In the Learning Support Department we aim to make reasonable adjustments and take relevant and purposeful measures to provide for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Each pupil is encouraged to fulfil his potential. Our aim is that all pupils on the Code of Practice experience balanced, inclusive, tailored educational provision. Nurture class provision extends from years 8 to 12 and allows pupils with SEN to access the curriculum effectively and make meaningful and measurable progress.
Staff Member
Duties
Mr Hanna
Learning Support Coordinator (SENCo)
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Teacher
Primary contact for all SEN queries.
Mrs McGorman
SLT responsible for Teaching & Learning
Key Stage 4 Learning Support Teacher
Miss Cunningham
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class Teacher, Assistant Learning Support Coordinator
Mr Hancock
Key Stage 3 & 4 Learning Support class Teacher
Mrs Busby
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class Teacher
Mr Donnan
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class Teacher
Mr Hutchinson
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class Teacher
Mr McCullough
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class Teacher
Miss Spicer
Key Stage 3 Learning Support Class Teacher
Mrs Robinson
Learning Support Assistant
Curriculum – GCSE
Access classes are also offered in years 11 and 12. This allows pupils to follow a specifically designed curriculum which gives them the best possible opportunity for success at GCSE. This support is wide ranging, within a small group setting with extra adult support in each group.
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The subjects delivered in the Access classes at Key Stage 4 are:
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Maths
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English
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Occupational Studies
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ICT
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Careers
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XL
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Pupils also benefit from a comprehensive Pastoral curriculum, Careers, RE and PE/Games.
Other Support Available
Access classes are also offered in years 11 and 12. This allows pupils to follow a specifically designed curriculum which gives them the best possible opportunity for success at GCSE. This support is wide ranging, within a small group setting with extra adult support in each group.
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The subjects delivered in the Access classes at Key Stage 4 are:
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Maths
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English
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Occupational Studies
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ICT
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Careers
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XL
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Pupils also benefit from a comprehensive Pastoral curriculum, Careers, RE and PE/Games.
Skills
It is the aim of the Learning Support Department to ensure that we develop all the skills required to succeed at GCSE level and also to become successful lifelong learners. These skills include cross-curricular skills, thinking skills and personal capabilities, including problem-solving skills and critical thinking. We also aim to improve our pupils’ organisation, independence, resilience and self-confidence.
Outside Agencies
The Learning Support Department works closely with outside agencies to ensure that pupils have access to all the support they may require. These agencies include:
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Educational Psychologist
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Park Outreach Support
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Post Primary Behaviour Support Provision (PPBSP)