Curriculum

Curriculum

The holistic education provision for Sowenna will be based on a six term model, with approximately six weeks term time followed by a two week ‘holiday’. This will reduce the extended ‘Summer holiday’ period from six to four weeks.

A comprehensive alternative curriculum (academic and enrichment) will be delivered during holiday times by suitably qualified staff based on individual interest and needs.

The curriculum will be broad, balanced, creative and structured.

All subjects will be offered at all Key Stages including additional accredited courses including Arts Award and Duke of Edinburgh.

Post 16 students who do not have the required qualifications to go on to further education will have access to qualifications in Maths and English and Life Skills.

The Head of Education, specialist teacher and Higher Level Teaching Assistants will facilitate learning in all subject areas supported by schools, the CHES Raising Standards Leads and subject specialist teachers from CHES.

The Education Suite

The Education Suite housed in Sowenna contains a number of rooms from which the education offer will be delivered.

Main education room with direct access to the central courtyard area which will ensure students have access to a secure outside space and opportunity for outside education activities.

Activities of Daily Living area (kitchen) and wet area will support cooking and wet activities

Music Room offering access to both classical and digital music through traditional instruments and computer based production.

Activity Room and Resource Room are generic rooms that can be set up based on activity/need.

Sensory/quiet/calm room with systems for viewing of electronic media or low sensory images and music

Gym with a range of fitness equipment

Outdoor activity barn offering semi-open covered outdoor space with astroturf floor

Voice of Young People

Where appropriate a representative from the Education team will attend the Sowenna Young People’s board meeting once a month to gain feedback and thought on provision and curriculum.

Each week there will be a scheduled hour on the timetable to hear the young person’s voice (Have your say)