In Ribble class we have a semi formal approach to learning that combines written work with practical learning and visits to the local community.

Our mornings start with literacy and communication. We look at different texts and explore these using different techniques such as role play, shared reading and discussion. Pupils will then develop their skills using different activities and these will build over the term to create a larger piece of writing at the end of the unit.

We have snack time after literacy and pupils will have a movement break in the hall or in one of our sensory areas.

Following our movement break pupils will complete maths. In our maths lessons we work practically with equipment and objects to consolidate and understand key concepts. We also develop our mental arithmetic skills and written methods each day.  These mathematical concepts are also developed their life skills lessons to consolidate learning further.

We then have break time when pupils can choose an area such as the hall, outside or sensory room to access. Pupils can also choose to stay in the classroom and use resources such as sand, books and games.

After break we complete our creativity or computing lesson. This learning is often hands on and practical that incorporates art, drama, music and computing skills. Pupils will participate in small group and pair activities around these skills.

Our afternoons lessons include independence and life skills, community access and learning for life. During these lessons we develop our skills for the future through topics such as careers, the work place and travel training. In these lessons pupils will often complete activities such as cooking, cleaning and using a telephone. We also go on trips in the community to develop life skills in a real-life situation such as shopping or on the train.