Coast 2024/25

Brook

Modules 1 to 6

Transdisciplinary Theme: How I express myself

Central Idea: Creativity lets us share our world

Lines of Inquiry:

An inquiry into how we celebrate differences
An inquiry into choices we can make.
An inquiry into different environments and places

Key Concepts:

Perspective
Form
Connection

Learner Profile Attributes:

Inquirers
Communicators

Module 6

We hope you had a restful and enjoyable half-term break and managed to catch some sunshine. It's hard to believe we’re entering the final term of the academic year—time has flown by!

This module, our inquiry learning will focus on The Ancient Romans and Light. Pupils will explore the fascinating world of Roman gods and their meanings, become familiar with Roman soldiers, and discover how light reflects off their shields. We'll also be venturing into a sensory-rich Roman garden experience, engaging all five senses along the way.

In Sensology, our theme is Sikhism. Children will have the opportunity to listen to traditional Sikh instruments, observe the Khanda symbol under UV light, and even sample some authentic Sikh desserts lovingly prepared by our Coast team.

We’re also excited to begin Liquid Listening sessions this term, and staff are looking forward to observing how pupils respond to the calming effects of underwater music.

This module is packed with exciting events, including Sports Day, enrichment fun days, a special visit from the Embracing Arts Theatre Company, and our aspirational trip to the London Aquarium on the Southbank—a highlight we are all eagerly anticipating!

Here’s to a joyful and inspiring final module!

Activity schedule for this Term:

Monday - Library & Cooking (please send in a container clearly labelled with child's name so we can send goodies home)

Tuesday - Inquiry Learning & Softplay (Inquiry learning could get messy)

Wednesday - Music

Thursday - Aqualearn, Inquiry Learning & Interactive room (Inquiry learning on a thursday could get messy).

Friday - Rebound & Inquiry Learning

The London Aquarium

Coast Class had a truly unforgettable adventure on their trip to the London Sea Life Centre! The excitement began with a journey on the train, where pupils enjoyed watching the world go by through the windows. On arrival, they were greeted by the vibrant atmosphere of the Southbank, including lively street performers and the buzz of the city. Lunch in front of the iconic London Eye was a special moment, filled with laughter and shared experiences. Inside the aquarium, pupils were captivated by the sounds and sights of the rainforest room, mesmerised by the glowing jellyfish, amazed by the swirling colours of the coral reef tunnel and awestruck by the sharks gliding overhead. It was a magical day filled with wonder and every pupil had the most amazing time – though they were all very tired by the journey home! We cannot wait for our next Adventure!

Playtime

Learning Objective: I can manipulate objects in increasingly complex ways using fingers and thumbs and both hands simultaneously.

I can begin to place an object on top of another with some success.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: I can briefly attend to a stimulus (visual or auditory) in my immediate environment when presented by an adult by looking towards the object.

Routines

Learning Objective: I will begin to respond to the object cues used in class and show awareness of transitioning to a different room by approaching the classroom door.

Inquiry

Learning Objective: I can successfully release objects into a range of containers flexing my wrist to make sure the successful placement.

Forest School

Learning Objective: I will take part in parallel play alongside one peer for up to 5 minutes showing appropriate interaction with minimal adult support.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: I will engage in group learning sessions, showing interest through gestures, facial expressions, and eye gaze.

First Forest School Session

This week, Coast Class had their very first Forest School session—and what a wonderful time we had! All pupils were engaged and content as they explored the outdoor learning environment. Some showed great confidence trying out the tree hammocks, while others got stuck into the mud kitchen, practising fine motor skills like scooping. The noisy pan wall was a big hit too, with children using sticks to make sounds and explore pitch and rhythm. We shared a snack in the forest and while a few pupils were unsure at first, by the end of the session everyone was happily engaging with the new setting. We can’t wait to return next week! 😊

Circle Time

Learning Objective: I will engage in group learning sessions, showing interest through gestures, facial expressions and eye gaze

Softplay

Learning Objective: I will be able to tolerate sitting in side sitting for five minutes whilst engaging in a play activity with an adult.

Communication Bucket

Learning Objective: I can maintain focus on a range of activities, including those I find less motivating, for 5 minutes at a time with adult support

Sensory Poem

Learning Objective: I will tolerate standing in my standing frame for up to 45 minutes in order to engage in learning activities, remaining happy and alert.

Music

Learning Objective: I can use both hands purposefully to attempt to transfer an object from one hand to the other during exploration

Music

Learning Objective: I can manipulate objects in increasingly complex ways using fingers and thumbs and both hands simultaneously.

ECT

Learning Objective: I can independently repeat or adapt the movement in order to activate a switch if the initial activation did not work or if the switch is moved.

Playtime

Learning Objective: I can use both hands purposefully to attempt to transfer an object from one hand to the other during exploration.

Fine Motor Skills

Learning Objective: I can successfully release objects into a range of containers,flexing my wrist to ensure a successful placement.

Building Relationships

Learning Objective: I can show enjoyment in the company of others and seek contact with others through reaching, eye contact and vocalisation.

Communication Bucket

Learning Objective: I can maintain focus on a range of activities, including those I find less motivating, for 5 minutes at a time with adult support.

Communication

Learning Objective: I will be able to distinguish between a photograph of a preferred toy and a non-preferred toy, making a choice using eye gaze when the items are present.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: I will tolerate standing in my standing frame for up to 45 minutes in order to engage in learning activities, remaining happy and alert.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: I will look at and interact with one object, then another, repeating a single action to gain a preferred response or effect.

Physical Gross

Learning Objective: I will be able to tolerate side sitting for five minutes while engaging in a play activity with an adult

Module 5

Welcome Back – Module 5 Update

Welcome back to Module 5! We’re looking forward to an exciting and sensory-rich term ahead. This module, our learning will centre around plants – exploring their features, getting hands-on in the garden, and even taking part in a sunflower race to see whose plant grows the tallest! We’ll be making regular visits to our beautiful school gardens to enjoy the wide variety of textures and smells they have to offer.

This theme will also run through our Sensology sessions, which will focus on 'farming' this term, and our cooking inquiry will explore farm-related ingredients and activities. We’re also planning to venture beyond the school grounds more frequently, taking advantage of the fantastic local open spaces for sensory exploration and outdoor learning. Plus, our 'Craze of the Week' initiative will encourage learners to be risk takers and try out exciting new playground activities and games.

It promises to be a vibrant and enriching term for all!

Activity schedule for this Term:

Monday - Library & Cooking (please send in a container clearly labelled with child's name so we can send goodies home)

Tuesday - Aqualearn (please ensure children bring in their swim kits, swim pads, shower gel and shampoo) Inquiry Learning & Softplay

Wednesday - Music

Thursday - Inquiry Learning & Interactive room (Inquiry learning on a thursday could get messy).

Friday - Rebound & Inquiry Learning

Born 2 Ride

Our Born 2 Ride enrichment session was a fantastic experience for all the children, who showed incredible courage and enthusiasm throughout. Some explored the helmets, bikes, and equipment through touch, while others embraced the chance to try something new—pushing bikes around the playground and even progressing to ‘air walking’ with confidence. Wobbles and slips didn’t stop them; they showed great resilience and supported each other with encouragement and smiles. It was especially wonderful to see our most nervous pupils not wanting the session to end! All of Coast staff were incredibly proud of them.

We’ve already secured our slots for next term so watch this space to see how your child’s journey towards riding a bike continues!

Playtime

Learning Objective: I can engage in onlooker play in familiar environments and show awareness when an adult comments on what I am watching.

Cooking

Learning Objective: I can hold my fork and stab my food with adult support.

Communication Bucket

Learning Objective: I can consistently make a choice between beads and ball using my tactile talking tiles during recreation times through reaching. My choice will not be confined to my preferred side.

Communication Bucket

Learning Objective: I can show enjoyment in the company of others and seek interaction by eye contact, gesture and vocalisation.

Art

Learning Objective: I can engage in unfavoured activity for two minutes and revisit the activity three times during the session with adult support in order to engage in the learning.

Inquiry Learning

Learning Objective: I can respond to familiar sounds that are activated by an ECT device.

Softplay

Learning Objective: I can bring my hips up and over a roll to complete four point kneeling and maintain position for three minutes whilst motivated by a favourite item.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: To request and choose objects through eye pointing.

Art

Learning Objective: To sustain grasp for approx 10 seconds in order to mark make with the object.

Outside Learning

Learning Objective: To cooperate with shared exploration and supported participation.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: To accept and engage in coactive exploration.

Playtime

Learning Objective: To share an activity with an adult alongside another peer showing awareness and interest in their presence, occasionally reaching out for interaction.

Interactive Room

Learning Objective: To tolerate sitting in side sitting for 2 minutes whilst engaging in a play activity.

Sensology

Learning Objective: To sustain attention in a group activity for 5 minutes without seeking to withdraw with adult support.

Sensory Story

Learning Objective: To attend for short periods of time up to 5 minutes within a longer session needing reduced adult guidance.

Daily Routines

Learning Objective: To indicate a recognition of routine activity following exploration of object cue through body language and vocal expressions.

This week, our class enjoyed a wonderful visit to the local village, where we explored the shops, walked through Minnis, and ended the trip with a fun-filled time at the playground. Pupils showed fantastic bravery and curiosity, trying out new equipment like the seesaw and the big slide. Snack time on picnic blankets was a big hit, followed by plenty of joyful smiles and laughter as the children moved around on the grass, played with balls and chased bubbles. Some pupils were fiercely determined to walk the whole way, while others delighted in the hustle and bustle of village life—spotting dog walkers, greeting locals, and taking in the sights and sounds of the countryside. The walk itself was full of sensory exploration, with pupils noticing the many flowers, trees, and birdsong along the way. A great time was had by all, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit!

Playtime

Learning Objective: I will be able to make a choice between two photographs of favoured toys or activities and show a positive response when given the one I have chosen.

Inquiry Learning

Learning Objective: To intentionally use second hand to transfer an object.

Inquiry Learning

Learning Objective: To cooperate with shared exploration and supported participation.

Inquiry Learning

Learning Objective: To transfer an object from one hand to another with ease and coordination.

Swimming

Learning Objective: Sustain grasp long enough to manipulate an object - throw a ball, shake a shaker, press button, use tools.

Write Dance

Learning Objective: to sustain attention during a small group activity for 5 minutes ( without seeking to withdraw) with adult support and encouragement.

Gross Motor

Learning Objective: To bring hips up and over a role to complete a four point kneeling and maintain position for three minutes while motivated by a favourite play items.

Write Dance

Learning Objective: I will attempt to make marks independently in a sensory media holding a tool in palmar grasp, following a brief rehearsal period.

Fine Motor

Learning Objective: To use digits to attempt to press buttons on toys with increasing coordination and success.

Communication Bucket

Learning Objective: To use vision to locate an object prior to reaching for it during play based activities.

Module 4

This term, our learning will take us on an exciting journey through the human body, exploring how our digestive system works and the importance of staying healthy. We will also be diving into the wonders of Ancient Greece, discovering its rich culture, famous landmarks, Greek mythology, and the origins of the Olympic Games. Our cooking sessions will be inspired by Greek cuisine while reinforcing healthy eating habits. As the weather warms up, we will make the most of outdoor play and learning, observing the changing seasons firsthand. Additionally, we will celebrate World Book Day with a focus on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and take part in a vibrant colour run to mark the festival of Holi. It promises to be a fun and engaging term full of discovery and hands-on experiences!

Ancient Greece Printing Press

Learning Objective: To sustain grasp for at least 5 seconds in order to mark make with an object or tool.

Digestive System Stomach Experiment

Learning Objective: to transfer object from one hand to another with full adult support.

Greek Market Role Play

Learning Objective: to transfer gaze between an object and an adult.

Greek Instrument Exploration

Learning Objective- To explore an object according to its properties with adult support, eg: bang a drum, throw a ball, spin a spinner, shake a maraca.

Coast Class have been making the most of the sunshine, enjoying daily time out on the playground! We've been working hard on our communication skills—practising requesting equipment, asking for help, and initiating interactions with others. While outside, we've also been developing our gross motor skills, embracing new challenges, and showing great confidence as risk-takers. It's been wonderful to see everyone grow and have fun!

Communication

Learning Objective: I will make a choice between two toys through eye pointing and reaching for the toy I wish to explore.

Communication

Learning Objective: To communicate consistent preferences during play based and communication activities.

Communication

Learning Objective: To request and choose objects through eye pointing.

Learning Objective: I will be able to discriminate between a photograph of a favoured toy and a non-favoured toy, with the objects of reference present, by reaching for the picture and by maintaining my eye gaze towards it.

Learning Objective: I will be able to engage in an unfavoured activity for 2 minutes and revisit the activity three times during the session with adult support in order to engage in the learning.

Learning Objective: To transfer an object from one hand to another with ease and coordination.

Learning Objective: To raise forearm and hand to attempt to place an object into a large container with adult support.

Learning Objective: To repeat an action to gain adult interaction or response once during play session.

Learning Objective: To begin to respond in the same way to interaction games when shared with an adult.

Learning Objective: To release an object into the other hand as part of exploration.

Module 3

Welcome back to Module 3! We hope everyone in Coast Class had a wonderful Christmas break, celebrating with loved ones. This module, we’re diving into an exciting exploration of seas, oceans, jungles, and rainforests. Get ready to embark on our own jungle adventure with “I’m Only from Coast Class... Get Me Out of Here!” Throughout this journey, we’ll be using our senses to complete bushtucker trials, win the dingo dollars and face the cyclone! We will be exploring oceans and rivers in diiferent places around the world and making comparisons between colours, temperatures and animals found in them. In art and design technology we will be using our cutting, spreading and communication skills to combine materials to create a stunning 3D jungle scene, all crafted from recycled materials. Let’s get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Learning Objective: To transfer object from one hand to another with reduced adult support.

Learning Objective: I will be able to engage in a range of cause and effect toys maintaining my my eye gaze on the effect for at least 5 seconds and show a preference.

Learning Objective: To sustain grasp long enough to manipulate an object.

Learning Objective: To release an object into the other hand as part of exploration. To be able to sit corssed legged with reduced support.

Learning Objective: I can engage in an adult led activity for 5 minutes and begin to comment on the activity using single words.

Making Mississipi Mud Pie

This week, as part of our jungle and rainforest theme, we made Mississippi mud pie during our cooking inquiry. We had fun using our fine motor skills in various ways—smashing biscuits, whisking eggs, mixing batter, squashing the biscuit base, and pouring the ingredients. We also practiced our switch skills to activate the microwave, observing how the ingredients transformed. Using our senses of taste and smell, we gained a deeper understanding of the ingredients. In addition, we explored a super slimy and wet swamp—yuck! Everyone had a great time, and our mud pie was absolutely delicious!

Learning Objective: I can sustain my grasp long enough to manipulate an object.

Learning Objective: I can explore or use an object according to its properties.

Learning Objective: I can reliably maintain contact with a switch for 10 seconds to gain an effect.

Learning Objective: I can effectively communicate a like response to a range of stimuli in a similar way.

PSPD

Learning Objective: I can accept and engage in coactive exploration with a familiar person.

Cognition

Learning Objective: I can explore an object according to it's properties.

Cognition

Learning Objective: I can attend for short periods of time (up to 5 minutes) within a longer session with adult reassurance.

Fine Motor

Learning Objective: I can transfer an object from one hand to another with ease and coordination.

Communication

Learning Objective: I can communicate consistent preferences during play based and communication activities.

Cognition

Learning Objective: I can repeat an action to gain adult interaction or response once during a play session.

Module 2

Coast Class has had a wonderful Module 2, filled with exciting learning and memorable experiences! We've explored the East End of London, delving into its rich culture, traditions, and historical events that shape our capital. Our exploration of autumn allowed us to engage all our senses, discovering the season's changes firsthand. A highlight of the term was our fantastic class trip to go ice skating, which was enjoyed by all. We also got into the festive spirit with Christmas bakes and creative activities that honed our fine motor skills. The term culminated in delightful Christmas celebrations, including a panto, a Winter Wonderland sensory experience with Emracing Arts, our Phase 2 Inquiry Morning, and the Brook Pathway Christmas Celebration. It's been a busy term full of inquiry, creativity, curiosity, and celebration. We wish all the children a wonderful Christmas break and look forward to seeing them in the New Year for Module 3!

I can open my hand in order to grasp an object accurately.

I can use objects as they are intended.

I can grasp small objects using fingers and opposed thumb.

I can maintain contact with a switch for at least 10 seconds.

Our Coast Class Christmas trip this week was a magical adventure on the ice, where all children had the chance to experience the thrill of wheelchair ice skating. Some sped around the corners, feeling the wind in their hair and the crisp chill on their faces, while others enjoyed sprinkling the ice like snow. The festive atmosphere was enhanced by the glittering giant Christmas tree, which added to the wonder of the day. After skating, the group enjoyed a delicious lunch amidst the festive decorations in the café, making it a joyful and memorable experience for us all!

Communication

L.O: To express and clearly communicate like and dislike to a range of familiar objects in less controlled environments.

Communication

LO: I will observe an adult modelling use of my go talk when requesting favoured items.

Communication

LO: To appropriately use familiar objects.

ECT

I loved the effect of the warm air blowing in my face when I activated the hairdryer.

Cause & Effect

I used my feet on the resonance board to make the light flash. Each time it stopped I banged my feet again to get the effect.

Cause & Effect

I explored the microphone in music. I listened to an adult sing one of my favourite songs and then pulled the mic towards my mouth to vocalise.

Cause & Effect

Exploring the vibrating neck cushion, I consistently looked towards an adult when the vibration stopped.

ECT

Activating the new waterfall wall in Woodland class using a switch. I successfully keot my hand on the switch for 14 seconds to make the bubbles work.

Cause & Effect

I used the resonance board and the vibrating toy to make the sound activated light work.

L.O: To sustain grasp long enough to manipulate an object. Throw a ball, shake a shaker, press a button, activate sound toys or use tools.

LO: To consistently use my second hand as part of object exploration.

LO. To open hand in order to grasp an object when presented nearby.

Lo: to clearly communicate like and dislike to a range of familiar objects in less controlled environments.

Cognition

LO: o begin to explore objects according to their properties.

Fine Motor

LO: I will attempt to complete tasks that require use of both hands at the same time.

Cognition

LO: to open hand in order to grasp object presented nearby.

Communication

LO: By the end of term 3 I will begin to able to engage in an activity not of my choosing for 2 minutes and will be calm whilst participating in order to engage in the learning.

Communication

Lo: I will be able to make a clear choice between 2 objects through reaching when my preferred items are not present.

Cognition

LO: To join in group activities by showing curiosity and bringing self over to see what is happening.

Module 2

Welcome back to Module 2. Coast Class have settled back into routine quickly and this week have been showing off their fine motor and communication skills. This Module we will be exploring changes in seasons through Autumnal and Winter activities, embarking on an adventure into the jungle through our sensory story 'Monkey Puzzle', going on a journey back in time to discover what the East End of London was like in the past and finally celebrating all things christmas! We have a busy Term ahead with lots of exciting experiences planned and can't wait to share our learning with you.

Learning Objective: I can accept and engage in co- active exploration eg sharing a hand massage with an adult.

Learning Objective: I can demonstrate a preference by pushing an unwanted item away.

Learning Objective: To display an emotion when a familiar adult interacts with me by physical touch.

Learning Objective: I can communicate a preference towards an object.

Swimming

Learning Objective: To independently transition to familiar environments holding on to a small item that is also held by a familiar adult.

Gross Motor Skills

Learning Objective: To stand still for 5 seconds using both hands for support. I will do this with both a surface and an adult's hands for support.

Fine Motor Skills

Learning Objective: To remain hold of an object when it is placed in my hands. I will do this for 10 seconds.

Learning Objective: To demonstrate a knowledge of the function of an object.

ECT

Learning Objective: To attempt to reach out towards a switch when ‘xxxx turn’ is spoken.

Communication

Learning Objective- I can show some strong like \dislike responses.

Communication

Learning Objective: To portray like and dislike clearly enough for a familiar adult to identify behaviours that will identify the emotion felt.

PSPD

Learning Objective: To react to new activities and experiences through gesture, facial expression, vocalisation I will clearly show like and happiness during these interactions.

Rebound

Learning Objective: I will actively participate in an intensive interaction session with a familiar adult, showing recognition of this interaction through differing facial expressions, vocalisations and body language.

ECT

Learning Objective: To activate a well positioned switch.

PSPD

Learning Objective: To react to new activities and experiences through gesture, facial expression, vocalisation I will clearly show like and happiness during these interactions.

Cognition

Learning Objective: To display different responses to different stimuli.

Communication

Learning Objective: To express and clearly communicate like and dislike to a range of familiar objects in less controlled environments.

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