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Module 6
Dolphin Class enjoyed a wonderful sensory seaside story. The pupils explored a variety of textures, sounds, and sights inspired by the seaside and eagerly joined in the storytelling.
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I can use natural materials to build towers.
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I can independently engage in the mud kitchen during a Forest school session.
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I can independently engage with the resources at Forest school.
Dolphin class had a fun day out at Kent Life and they enjoyed visiting the animals, going on the tractor ride and exploring the playground.
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I can share my space and resources alongside my peers.
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I can overwrite the letters in the alphabet.
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I can recognise and match simple 2D shapes in an insert puzzle.
Dolphin Class took part in the ‘Barnardo’s Big Toddle’ walk in the sunshine!
All of our pupils walked around the school field to help raise money for Barnardo’s—a wonderful charity that supports children and families across the UK. We had lots of fun along the way, enjoying bubbles and music to keep us going. At the end of the walk, each child was awarded a medal to celebrate their wonderful achievement and effort!
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I can match 2d shapes.
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I can explore mark making with my fingertips and begin to understand cause and effect.
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I can use a toothbrush to clean teeth during a PSPD session.
Dolphin class enjoyed their Sports Day and having the opportunity to explore the bouncy castle and ball pit. They also enjoyed participating in some sports activities including the egg and spoon race, throwing and catching and kicking balls into the goal.
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I can use a mirror to look at my facial features and explore personal care items.
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I can follow simple instructions during a cooking lesson to make a sandwich, showing independence, making choices, and using tools safely.
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I can explore colours and textures using paint to create a piece of art with different tools.
Module 5
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I can engage in a calming activity.
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I can follow simple instructions whilst out in the community.
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I can request my chosen snack from a choice of two symbols.
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I can copy simple movements during action songs.
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I can overwrite patterns using my preferred writing hand.
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I can stack cubes in order from the biggest to the smallest.
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I can show my understanding of number by counting objects and matching them to the numeral and numicon.
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I can make marks using a writing tool.
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I can explore and recognise numbers 1 to 5 through the number song 'Five Little Men in a Flying Saucer'.
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I can share my space and play alongside my peers.
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I can listen to instructions and follow directions when using the balance bikes.
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I can engage in an attention autism bucket time for up to 2 minutes and show some level of interaction/ involvement in the group activity.
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I can explore and taste different fruits during an adult-led cookery activity.
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I can engage in an adult-led cookery activity and explore different fruits.
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I can practice my cutting skills during an adult-led cookery activity.
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I can try out new games whilst at Forest school.
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I can have fun exploring the mud kitchen at Forest school.
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I can explore making mixtures in the mud kitchen at Forest school.
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I can develop my language and cognitive skills through sensory exploration of farm animals, and i can explore and identify different animal sounds.
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I can explore and match 2D shapes.
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I can explore cause and effect using different mark making tools.
Module 4
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I can engage in a SMILE room activity.
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I can engage in a fine motor activity with minimal adult support.
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I can engage in a maths activity exploring filling and pouring and empty and full.
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I can enjoy reading for pleasure whilst outside in the Forest area.
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I can try new foods that were cooked on the fire during a Forest School session.
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I can explore new foods at Forest School.
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I can follow simple instructions with adult support.
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I can develop my fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination by posting objects using my hands.
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I can make marks using different materials to create a 'very hungry caterpillar'.
Dolphin Class had a wonderful time on their first community trip to the local shops. Every student walked exceptionally well both there and back, actively participated in finding items on the shopping list, helped with scanning the items at the tills, and enjoyed some ice cream in the sunshine! Well done, Dolphins!
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I can request my chosen snack using visuals.
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I can request a colour to paint my flower pot using a chatting sheet.
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I can explore a red-themed tray for Red Nose Day.
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I can complete a maths activity with adult support.
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I can make intentional marks in sensory media using both hands.
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I can accept new experiences with adult support.
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I can categorise and sort objects into 'big' and 'small'.
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I can take part in a World book day activity.
I can dress up to embrace a celebration.
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I can make a simple choice during an inquiry learning lesson.
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I can develop water confidence through basic water exploration during a swimming session.
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I can make marks in sensory media, I can begin to follow simple movements such as up and down and round and round.
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I can develop water confidence through basic water exploration during a swimming session.
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I can explore wet climates and habitats, and identify different sea creatures.
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I can explore and understand basic landforms by building sandcastles and creating different shapes in the sand.
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I can explore and understand the concept of 'tall' and 'short' by using building blocks.
Module 3
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I can explore numbers 1-5 using numicon in a 5 Little ducks tuff tray activity.
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I can follow simple instructions to make my chosen snack.
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I can begin to write the letters in my name.
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I can explore cause and effect through a mark making activity.
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I can explore numbers 1-5 using numicon.
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I can explore a variety of different Chinese New Year foods using my senses.
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I can balance on the stepping stones during a Forest school session.
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I can engage with equipment during Forest school sessions.
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I can make my own music during Forest school.
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I can build a tower and explore the concept of 'number' during an inquiry learning activity.
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I can engage in a personal care activity and begin to follow simple instructions.
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I can explore numbers 1 to 5 in a number song activity.
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I can begin to give an opinion on different foods. I can explore a variety of different foods using my senses.
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I can explore cause and effect through a sensory-based activity while engaging with the story of 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears'.
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I can explore cause and effect in a sensory based activity.
Module 2
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I can match and recognise 2d shapes (such as circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles).
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I can explore and understand cause and effect.
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I can engage in decorating a Christmas tree, exploring different shapes and colors, while developing my fine motor skills, creativity, and understanding of traditions and celebrations.
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I can engage in an activity and observe change (ie. Ice melting)
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I can develop my understanding of counting and number recognition.
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I can use the interactive whiteboard to complete a symmetrical picture activity and find the 'same'.
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I can recognise patterns when exploring shapes.
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I can show cause and effect in a creative process.
I can use tools purposefully.
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I can make marks in sensory media using my hands.
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I can use my fine motor skills to cut different materials.
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I can explore the concepts of 'short' and 'tall' when building a tower.
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I can recognise and match letters of my name.
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I can follow instructions on an adult led activity using a chatting sheet to create a christmas sensory bottle.
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I can transition to the library and explore a story book of my choice.
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I can follow simple instructions to decorate a gingerbread man.
Children in Need Friday 15th November - Dolphin Class has had a fantastic time exploring and taking part in activities for Children in Need! We enjoyed exploring our yellow sensory tuff tray, dancing to our favorite songs, decorating our own Pudsey Bear cakes, and painting our very own Pudsey Bears. A big thank you to everyone for your amazing support!
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I can engage and participate in parallel play next to a peer for up to two minutes with adult support.
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I can engage and participate in adult led literacy focused activities.
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I can remain focused and engaged in an adult led activity for up to 2 minutes.
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I can make marks in sensory media using my preferred writing tool.
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I can explore cause and effect whilst making intentional marks.
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I can explore a board book by turning the pages and feeling the different textures using my hands.
Module 1
We have had a fantastic Term 1 in Dolphin class, with all students settling into their new environment and beginning to build meaningful relationships with both staff and peers. Our focus on the transdisciplinary theme 'How We Express Ourselves' has led to engaging inquiry learning sessions that students have thoroughly enjoyed. We wish you a wonderful half-term break with your families and look forward to welcoming you back in Term 2, ready for the festive season ahead!
As always, please remember to check out our wonderful learning on 'Evidence for Learning'!
Dolphin Class has thoroughly enjoyed exploring our sensory garden this term. We've been observing the various vegetables grown by our peers and watching them grow! We’ve had a wonderful time watering the vegetables, engaging our senses as we explore, and developing our independence and turn-taking skills.
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I can perform singular gross actions with increasing consistency.
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I can match familiar shapes that have the same size and orientation.
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I can engage and sustain attention in a motivating activity or stimulus.
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I can explore an autumn themed sensory tray and use spray bottles to melt the ice.
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I can use a paintbrush and/or my hands to make intentional marks.
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I can request an activity of my choice by taking an adult to the chosen activity.
Week 5
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I can take part in a class job with verbal promoting.
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I can engage in an adult-led activity and remain focused without following my own agenda in a range of environments.
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I can use a cooking tool with purpose.
Forest School
Dolphin class has been enjoying Forest School every Thursday afternoon. The students have had a fantastic time splashing in the water play station, exploring the mud kitchen, testing their balancing skills on tree stumps, and relaxing in the hammock. We look forward to continuing these adventures throughout the module!
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I can begin to recognise and match the letters of my own name.
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I can make marks in sensory media, I can begin to move my hands side to side, up and down, round and round.
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I will be able to partly sustain interest in motivating activities/stimuli.
I can make marks using my preferred writing tool.
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I can use a paintbrush and/or my hands to make marks.
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I can recognise and match letters of my name.
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I can make marks using my preferred writing tool.
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I can begin to recognise and match letters in my name.
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I can focus on a non-preferred activity for 1-2 minutes with verbal prompting.
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I can engage in a fine motor skills activity with verbal support.
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I can engage and sustain attention in a Sensory Art activity.
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I can engage and sustain attention in a motivating activity or stimulus.
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I can enjoy the sensory experience of making marks.
Welcome back to Dolphin class and a new academic year. We hope you all had a fantastic summer holiday and are ready to have an exciting journey ahead. We look forward to having a year full of fun, learning and exploration and we can't wait to see what we can achieve when we all work together.
Welcome back to Dolphin class and a new academic year. We hope you all had a fantastic summer holiday and are ready to have an exciting journey ahead. We look forward to having a year full of fun, learning and exploration and we can't wait to see what we can achieve when we all work together.
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