In late Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 the Yellow Pathway builds on the foundation years and works towards the greater diversity offered at Key Stages 3 and 4. The emphasis of the Yellow pathway is on developing key skills and knowledge whilst fostering a real love for learning, focusing on the core subjects of English, Maths, PSHE and Science. The aim of giving these areas a more prominent role is to enable the children to develop skills that will allow them to access a more diverse curriculum when moving into Key Stage 3. A range of topics are studied within each of these curriculum areas which rotate over a two year long term plan. Examples of these include ‘Stories from other cultures’ in English and ‘Time’ and ‘Money’ in Maths. We recognise the need to utilise practical, multi- sensory activities and resources with our students, in particular those with additional sensory needs. Throughout our curriculum development we have worked with the students to get their opinions and interests to ensure it is relevant to students needs.
Students study a wide range of subjects in the yellow pathway with a broad and balanced offer. We teach National Curriculum subjects grouped into meaningful areas for students to make links in the real world. Click on each of the subject titles to find an overview of teaching in each subject. Details of development of knowledge, skills and understanding in each subject can be viewed here.
English - students develop word reading and comprehension skills to become fluent readers. We use the Read Write Inc phonics scheme to ensure that there is a consistent and progressive pathway in learning. Click on this link for more information about our approach to reading and phonics. They learn functional skills to communicate in English through writing, speaking and listening as well as a love of books and creative writing.
Maths - Firstly we aim to develop an interest and enjoyment of the subject and a confidence in their own mathematical ability to apply to practical situations. We then aim to give students the confidence to apply knowledge to unfamiliar situations and solve problems in a range of situations through an investigative approach mastering individual concepts to apply in everyday life.
Science - Through developing enquiry skills and deepening knowledge we encourage our learners develop interest, enjoyment and enthusiasm in Science. We encourage them to relate science to everyday life through the use of everyday materials and situations.
The World (Geography, History, RE, MFL, PE) We aim to help our learners develop an understanding of the world around them. They recognise physical and human features and develop a thirst for knowledge through practical experiences. Within History we encourage and develop interest, enjoyment and enthusiasm and to experience elements of History through sensory learning and first hand experiences that are topic based. This promotes curiosity and enquiry. Within RE we enable pupils to acquire knowledge and understanding of Christianity and other religions represented in Great Britain. Ultimately we aim to develop the ability to explore, reflect on and respond to human experience. We develop an understanding of culture and languages through our teaching in MFL. We recognise that many of our learners struggle with the acquisition of the English language so do not teach formal MFL teaching until students reach Key Stage 3. Though an understanding of themselves we teach healthy living, physical skills and activities to develop well rounded individuals.
Technology (DT, Food Technology, Computing) Through practical and problem based activities we ensure pupils have the opportunities to complete tasks which develop creative, technical and practical skills to perform everyday tasks within DT and across the curriculum. Within Food Technology our aim is to prepare our young people for the tasks they need to master for independent living. This incorporates a good understanding of hygiene and safety in the kitchen. Through our Computing curriculum, we want to enable our pupils to become digitally aware and responsible citizens and recognise the benefits and safety implications of online activities. We teach them to navigate online systems and programs proficiently and safely developing functional computing skills including word processing to prepare them for life in the adult digital world.
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Creativity (dance, Art & Music) Through the use of our learning values we develop and enhance creativity in our learners through art and music. We develop students skills and techniques and expose them to a variety of artists and musicians to inform their own work and gain opinions.
PSHE & RSE - Children will demonstrate and apply the British Values of Democracy, Tolerance, Mutual respect, Rule of law and Liberty through everything we do. We aim for children to demonstrate a healthy outlook towards school – attendance will be in-line with national and behaviour will be good. Children will become healthy and responsible members of society being fully informed to make appropriate choices and decisions about relationships and sex education. Our aim is to nurture children on their journey preparing them for life and work in modern Britain managing safety both in and out of school.
We aspire for students on Yellow Pathway to leave Key Stage 4 with a qualification in ASDAN Personal and Social Development (PSD), and most will gain Functional Skills qualifications in maths and English. In addition, they will have at least 5 AQA Unit Award certificates. These unit award certificates are linked to their talents and interests as well as preparing students for everyday life and living.