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View a sample of The Springboard Curriculum. Inclusive Special Education in the Early Years and Key Stage 1 here.
Physical and Sensory Development
Children with severe, complex and profound special educational needs have a range of physical and sensory abilities and difficulties related to neurological impairments or neurodevelopmental differences. For young children with severe and complex special educational needs, physical and sensory development is important. As well as developing their gross and fine motor and mobility skills, movement activities are also particularly important for children’s emotional regulation.
Classroom Resources: Paddling Pool
We have a number of classroom resources which we use very frequently and can be used in a range of ways within different activities. A paddling pool is a great, flexible alternative to a ball pool.
Planning - The Bucket
Attention Autism is an approach developed by Gina Davies at The Autism Centre. We refer to Attention Autism as The Bucket because we have found that it is a very effective approach for all children, not just those with Autism. The Bucket is not just for developing attention and communication skills. During The Bucket, pupils might show evidence for learning in any of the core curriculum areas.
Play & Playfulness.
What is it and why is play and playfulness important? Play supports the development of lifelong skills. An individual’s playfulness impacts upon their ability to form relationships, develop self competence, self-esteem, resilience and coping throughout life.
Classroom Resources: UV Light
We have a number of classroom resources which we use very frequently and can be used in a range of ways within different activities. The UV light is a favourite for inspiring play!
Switch-Accessible Play: Developing Skills
By ensuring that educators understand the development of play with switch-accessible toys and appliances, from the earliest level of noticing and responding to sensory stimuli to children using two switches to turn appliances on and off with understanding, these activities can be adjusted within the classroom to provide opportunities for learning at a range of levels.
Storytelling to Inspire Food Play
Stories can provide lots of inspiration for food fun. Children with severe, complex and profound special educational needs can find feeding challenging. Educators can use playful interactions to break down these barriers and make food fun!
Planning - Valentine’s Day
Planning for play and learning through play for pupils with severe, complex and profound special educational needs. Ideas and inspiration for sensory play and activities that support learning and development for each unique child.
Switch-Accessible Play Activities
How to incorporate switch-accessible play activities within weekly carousel play sessions for children with severe and profound learning needs.
Planning - Christmas
Planning for play and learning through play for pupils with severe, complex and profound special educational needs. Ideas and inspiration for sensory play and activities that support learning and development for each unique child.
Planning - Light & Sound
Planning for play and learning through play for pupils with severe, complex and profound special educational needs. Ideas and inspiration for sensory play and activities that support learning and development for each unique child.
