Welcome to Willow

Teacher Iwona Litwiniec
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Welcome to Willow Class!

We are a class of 12 energetic boys. Becoming independent plays a large role in our day-to-day experience of school. We explore the full range of National Curriculum subjects and this is entwined with activities and experiences that help to prepare for our adult life. We all have high expectations of each other and support one another to achieve our goals.

Willow Timetable – Autumn Term 1 – 24/25

Autumn Term 1 24/25Curriculum Information for parents
SubjectProfileLearning at home
Mathematics and Problem Solving White Rose Maths: Place Value Addition and Subtraction Geometry: shape In Autumn 1 we will focus on place value, counting objects with addition and subtraction, recognising, matching and building using different shapes. Try to access free websites to practise maths skills: https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/fun-games www.topmarks.co.uk www.twinkl.co.uk https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/
Preparation for Adult Life (PfAL) Housework and independence skills Cooking We will be cooking and baking using safe kitchen tools and equipment. We will access different venues in our local area (parks, library, and shops). We will be doing different housework jobs: cooking, washing up, hoovering, dusting, moping etc. We will be working at The Patch, following instructions to carry out gardening tasks in a safe manner. Have a go at cooking and baking safely using kitchen tools and measuring equipment, scales or cups. Have fun in the kitchen together! Try to involve your child in housework at home - make it fun and attractive. Work together, plant and look after your plants, use the tools safely.
Communication and Literacy Animals This term we will read stories about animals. We will also continue our 1:1 reading focusing on reading for pleasure. Try to read/look at/ browse through the books every night before bed time. Can you make it into a routine?
Understanding the World Transition visits Walks to the local community We will access different venues in our local area (parks, cafes, museums, and shops) to practise our independence and communication skills and continue our Transition Trips to post 19 provisions.Look at books about your local area, if you can go for a walk to the park, access your local library or visit a museum.
Physical and Personal Development Therapy Centre PLGs Pupils will be accessing the Sensory Enrichment room in the Therapy Centre to meet their outcomes for sensory needs. They will actively participate in their personal therapy programmes: physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, rebound and working on their Personal Learning Goals (PLGs). We will practise our Special Yoga with trained yoga practitioner. Try to incorporate your child’s PLGs in daily activities.
PSHE and Citizenship Communication Zones of Regulations Personal Safety Taking part in weekly Signalong sessions with Signalong tutor (Iwona Litwiniec), attending transition trips and accessing the local community. Using Zones of Regulations to express feelings and emotions. Practise signing at home through singing and play.
Expression and Creativity Music for effect Exploring textiles Salads and soups This term as a part of expression and creativity we will be exploring different textures and materials in art, listening to and creating music with special effects and making salads and soups for snacks. Take part in different arts and crafts activities at home.