At our school, we are proud to offer a nurturing and inclusive Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision through our two dedicated hubs. We provide a calm, structured and supportive environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.  

HUBS: 

Hub 1 and Hub 2 are two separate provisions which cater to the needs and abilities of the individual children who access them. Both hubs support pupils to access learning in small groups with lessons adapted to meet individual needs. Our aim is to help every child feel safe, valued and confident in their learning.  

Hub 1: 

Teacher: Mrs Swiderska  

Teaching Assistants: Miss Thornewell, Mrs Smith, Mrs Hasani and Miss Geraghty 

Hub 2:  

Teacher: Mrs Blakeman  

Teaching Assistants: Mrs Hasani, Miss Flavell and Miss Geraghty. 

Learning Environment and Curriculum : 

Our both  hubs are well-resourced classrooms staffed by experienced adults who are trained to support children with a range of special educational needs. Students in both hubs follow the National Curriculum for phonics, maths, science and topic lessons. All learning is personalised, flexible and adapted to suit each pupil’s level, learning style and individual targets.  

In Hub 1 and 2 teaching is highly practical and sensory based to support early development.  

Sensory Story time

Children explore learning through sensory stories with well-based resources and structured play. This approach helps pupils develop communication skills, vocabulary, attention and understanding of the world. Story focus across the year includes:  

PSHE

This is a key part of Hub learning. We focus on topics such as self care routines, friendships and keeping healthy. We also work on identifying and managing emotions as well as turn taking and sharing. 

Physical Development

The Hubs are very luck to have our PE Coach Mr Thompson to lead adapted sessions which include sensory circuits and physical development activities.  

Fine and gross Motor Skills

Across both hubs, pupils daily take part in activities that support both fiine motor skills (hand strength coordination) as well as gross motor skills (movement, balance) 

Arts and Crafts

Both hubs enjoy art and craft lessons, linked to stories, seasonal celebrations and curriculum topics. These sessions encourage creativity, communication and sensory exploration.  

Life Skills

In the hubs we have introduced Life Skills lessons that support independence and real-life learning in both provisions. Students practise everyday skills such as cooking and baking, making salads and smoothies, washing, tidying and organising, planting and gardening, packing presents and practical tasks.  

Sensory music

Both hubs take part in sensory music sessions. Students explore a range of musical instruments and participate in activities based around a chosen song. These sessions support sensory regulation, listening skills and enjoyment of music.  

TAC PAC Massage:  

Across both hubs we offer TAC PAC sessions- communication approach that uses touch and music to support sensory regulation and connection. TAC PAC helps create sensory alignment and is particularly beneficial for children and young people with sensory impairments, complex learning difficulties and pre- verbal levels of communication. TAC PAC supports relaxation, engagement and meaningful interaction and is very popular with our children. 

Attention Bucket Session called Bucket Time  

These sessions are designed to build attention, communication and social skills in a fun, structured way. Using visually exciting and motivating objects presented from a bucket or box, children are encouraged to develop shared focus, anticipation and engagement. Attention bucket sessions support: joint attention, turn taking and early communication skills.