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English/Humanities
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Post 16 Curriculum
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Student Voice
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Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' interest in exploring, improving understanding of and showing respect for different faiths and cultural diversity and the extent to which they understand, accept, respect and celebrate diversity. This is shown by their respect and attitudes towards different religious, ethnic and socio-economic groups in the local, national and global communities CULTURAL:Celebrating and respecting diversity in local, national and global communities
Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students in Slaidburn were learning about medieval history in Britain. In the workshop lesson they made a medieval village using different materials. All Irwell enjoyed singing Feliz Navidad whilst hitting Tio de Nadal which is a Spanish tradition in many families on Christmas Eve. 07 Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 Students listened to the audio book Dupla's Diwali and made rangoli patterns with coloured pasta, rice and sand. KS3 Students explored trade, import and exports and focused on o tea came from India to the UK. The watched clips f working in a factory and being a tea picker in India and discussed which job they would prefer KS3 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students in Slaidburn class worked together and made an advent Christmas tree, the students participated and decorated different baubles to go on the Christmas tree. Learning and respecting different religious festivals. KS4 Students learned about Hinduism, beliefs and practices and different festivals, they compared faiths and joined in class discussions. KS4 Students have been learning about places of worship, the differences and similarities as part of their learning in RE. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C
Students in year 7 made their own Diwali light as part of an afternoon on Hinduism. 07 Students in KS3 learned about Human Rights as part of our Wednesday online assembly. KS3 As part of careers week, students listened to different speakers from various work backgrounds. KS4 Slaidburn pupils enjoyed celebrating in the same way as Spanish children by hitting a 'Tio de Nadal' with a stick until the sweets fell out of the back. KS4 Slaidburn looked at the Spanish Culture and how Christmas is celebrated in Spain. We played the song feliz navidad, the students were tapping Papa Noel and won a prize at the end. KS4           
Students learned about what information is and what is personal and what type of information should remain private. Students learned about fake and real information online as well how we can stay safe. KS3 Digital Careers 14-19 group Students learned about the work a care worker does. They then visited a day care centre - listened to the manager explain what staff do, students also investigated how IT is used in the workplace there. Students asked questions. KS5              
               
As part of video editing, students learn about copyright and the concept of fair use. They learn about the need to respect copyright law and rights creators have over their ideas, etc. KS3               
Students in KS3 have been looking at art from different cultures. They have explored Mandalas from India, they Day of the Dead Skulls and Aboriginal art. Students enjoyed learning about different countries and their cultures and were able to recreate the art work in a range of different ways. KS3 Students in Slaidburn attended a boccia competition representing PCHS&C and Burnley football club. With students from other schools. KS4              
The students have been on an expedition where they had to learn the green cross code, vital skills in leadership and teamwork, supporting local foundations such as walking clubs, donation boxes and embracing local history with a tour of local historical landmarks including Newchurch and the pendle witches. All               
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3 As part of the Christmas celebrations students in Slaidburn made snowmen using different materials such as marshmallows, icing and pretzel sticks. KS4 As part of showing kindness Slaidburn made Christmas cards which would be distributed to care homes. KS4            
               
               
Calder experienced the sensory story of the Nativity. They experienced various tactile props and listened to Christmas hymns along side this. All hot and cold animals, the focus is on helping them understand basic concepts related to temperature and how different animals adapt to their environments through engaging activities and discussions: 3/4 Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9 Students have visited many local business and venues to witness first hand the work our local hero's do to keep us happy and safe. For example, vets at Pets @ Home, Park keeper at Marsden Park, Hairdressers at Halo Hair Designs and Nelson Fire Station. 8/9          
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' knowledge of Britain's democratic parliamentary system and its central role in shaping our history and values, and in continuing to develop Britain CULTURAL:Knowledge of Britain’s democratic parliamentary system
Slaidburn have been looking at Tudors along with Henry the 8th and his six wife's 3/4 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Yarrow have been learning about women in history. This week we research the life Margaret Thatcher's early life and career, being prime minister and some interesting facts about her life. 8/9 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C     
          
          
          
The student online safety group met, planned and created a podcast discussing the government's proposed ban on social media for under 16s. The rest of the school and college watched the podcast and voted during ICT lessons. 45% said Yes 55% said No All          
          
          
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Students in year 7 have been discussing parliament and the House of Lords, They looked at how they could become involved and what issues matter the most to them. 07 Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3        
          
Students in year 7 took it in turns to come to the ballot box and vote for their chosen class representative for school council. 07 Students in year 7 voted for their chosen student council representative after each candidate had put forward why they thought they would be a good representative. 07         
          
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' willingness to participate in and respond positively to artistic, musical, sporting and cultural opportunities CULTURAL:Participating and responding to cultural opportunities
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students in Slaidburn were learning about medieval history in Britain. In the workshop lesson they made a medieval village using different materials. All Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Students listened to the audio book Dupla's Diwali and made rangoli patterns with coloured pasta, rice and sand. KS3 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 In English, pupils were exploring the book Ruby's Chinese New Year and explored food tasting to connect with the book. KS4 Students learned about Hinduism, beliefs and practices and different festivals, they compared faiths and joined in class discussions. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C
Pupils enjoyed listening a kite man, looking at the kites he made and then making their own kite in class. All We set up our own Spanish cafe and asked for drinks in Spanish KS4 As part of the enriched curriculum students took part in a residential trip to Ullswater in the lakes. KS4 As part of careers week, students listened to different speakers from various work backgrounds. KS4 Singing and signing choir went to Asda Colne to sing Christmas songs for shoppers S/C         
             
Pupils in Marsden enjoyed an 8 week drama project based on Homer's story, 'The Odyssey.' This picture shows the class pretending they are setting off on their journey aboard their sailing ship to face their first adventure with The Cyclops. KS5             
             
Pupils made and sent Christmas Cards as a part of their 14-19 Art lesson 4/5 Pupils made and sent Christmas Cards as a part of their 14-19 Art lesson 4/5 Pupils in 14-19 Art made origami Christmas decorations as a part of their lesson 4/5 Students in KS3 have been looking at art from different cultures. They have explored Mandalas from India, they Day of the Dead Skulls and Aboriginal art. Students enjoyed learning about different countries and their cultures and were able to recreate the art work in a range of different ways. KS3          
             
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3 As part of the Christmas celebrations students in Slaidburn made snowmen using different materials such as marshmallows, icing and pretzel sticks. KS4 As part of showing kindness Slaidburn made Christmas cards which would be distributed to care homes. KS4          
             
             
Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9            
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils’ ability to recognise, and value, the things we share in common across cultural, religious, ethnic and socio-economic communities CULTURAL:Recognising the things people and communities share in common
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Wenning pupils created and built their own High Street and enjoyed visiting different types of shops to see the service they provided. 3/4 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students have been learning about places of worship, the differences and similarities as part of their learning in RE. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C  
Students in year 7 made some Christmas cards as part of the Cards for Kindness campaign which will be sent to local care homes. 07 Students in KS3 learned about Human Rights as part of our Wednesday online assembly. KS3 Slaidburn looked at the Spanish Culture and how Christmas is celebrated in Spain. We played the song feliz navidad, the students were tapping Papa Noel and won a prize at the end. KS4        
Students took part in voting for their favourite foods and collected their results. Other students created their research questions and collected their data using tally charts. All students then transferred their data into a spreadsheet. KS3 Digital Careers 14-19 group Students learned about the work a care worker does. They then visited a day care centre - listened to the manager explain what staff do, students also investigated how IT is used in the workplace there. Students asked questions. KS5         
          
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All         
          
          
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Students discussed how they can help people in the community, they came up with ideas of litter picking, giving money to charity, being kind etc 8/9 Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3        
          
          
Calder experienced the sensory story of the Nativity. They experienced various tactile props and listened to Christmas hymns along side this. All Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9 Students have visited many local business and venues to witness first hand the work our local hero's do to keep us happy and safe. For example, vets at Pets @ Home, Park keeper at Marsden Park, Hairdressers at Halo Hair Designs and Nelson Fire Station. 8/9        
 
English/Humanities
Enriched Curriculum
Maths/ Science/ ICT
Music/ Drama/ DT
Online Safety
PE/ Art/ Cooking & Nutrition
Post 16 Curriculum
PSHE & Citizenship
Staff Training
Student Voice
Themed Curriculum
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils’ understanding and appreciation of the range of different cultures in the school and further afield as an essential element of their preparation for life in modern Britain CULTURAL:Understanding different cultures essential for life in modern Britain
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 Slaidburn have been looking at Tudors along with Henry the 8th and his six wife's 3/4 Ribble took part in an assembly about life on a farm. They listened to farmer John and asked questions about his work on the farm. 3/4 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Students listened to the audio book Dupla's Diwali and made rangoli patterns with coloured pasta, rice and sand. KS3 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students in Slaidburn class worked together and made an advent Christmas tree, the students participated and decorated different baubles to go on the Christmas tree. Learning and respecting different religious festivals. KS4 Students learned about Hinduism, beliefs and practices and different festivals, they compared faiths and joined in class discussions. KS4 Students have been learning about places of worship, the differences and similarities as part of their learning in RE. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C
Students in year 7 made their own Diwali light as part of an afternoon on Hinduism. 07 Slaidburn looked at the Spanish Culture and how Christmas is celebrated in Spain. We played the song feliz navidad, the students were tapping Papa Noel and won a prize at the end. KS4               
                
                
The student online safety group met, planned and created a podcast discussing the government's proposed ban on social media for under 16s. The rest of the school and college watched the podcast and voted during ICT lessons. 45% said Yes 55% said No All                
                
                
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3 As part of the Christmas celebrations students in Slaidburn made snowmen using different materials such as marshmallows, icing and pretzel sticks. KS4 As part of showing kindness Slaidburn made Christmas cards which would be distributed to care homes. KS4             
Teachers had a refresher on Protected Characteristics and explored the in the context of the our school. Staff then reread the equality and objectives policy, looking at the objectives for this year. CPD                
                
Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9               
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' understanding and appreciation of the wide range of cultural influences that have shaped their own heritage and that of others CULTURAL:Understanding the wide range of cultural influences that shape heritage
Students in Slaidburn were learning about medieval history in Britain. In the workshop lesson they made a medieval village using different materials. All Slaidburn have been looking at Tudors along with Henry the 8th and his six wife's 3/4 Ribble took part in an assembly about life on a farm. They listened to farmer John and asked questions about his work on the farm. 3/4 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Pupils learnt about the Islamic prayer. Pupils looked at the different steps in the prayer and then in turn performed the different steps using a prayer mat 8/9 Yarrow have been learning about women in history. This week we research the life Margaret Thatcher's early life and career, being prime minister and some interesting facts about her life. 8/9 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students in Slaidburn have been learning about Medieval England in History. KS4 Students have been learning about places of worship, the differences and similarities as part of their learning in RE. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C
             
             
             
             
             
             
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3            
             
             
Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9            
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' interest in investigating and offering reasoned views about moral and ethical issues and ability to understand and appreciate the viewpoints of others on these issues MORAL:Investigating moral and ethical issues and appreciating others' viewpoints
Slaidburn have been looking at Tudors along with Henry the 8th and his six wife's 3/4 Students discussed ways they can help each other. They thought of some great ways to work as a team and have been putting them into practice. KS3 Students explored trade, import and exports and focused on o tea came from India to the UK. The watched clips f working in a factory and being a tea picker in India and discussed which job they would prefer KS3 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4      
          
Students learned about different types of informaion on the internet - not everything is reliable - considered the terms belief - opinion - fact, etc. KS3 Students learned about what information is and what is personal and what type of information should remain private. Students learned about fake and real information online as well how we can stay safe. KS3         
          
The student online safety group met, planned and created a podcast discussing the government's proposed ban on social media for under 16s. The rest of the school and college watched the podcast and voted during ICT lessons. 45% said Yes 55% said No All During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All The student online safety group prepared and delivered an assembly around the theme of - Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI - delivered to the school - parents and governors were invited. S/C PCHS & C extended Safer Internet Day activities to include lessons around this year's theme - Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI S/C      
          
          
Slaidburn have been looking at and identifying different substances, Alcohol, kitchen products and how dangerous these can be KS4 Students in Pendle choose keywords related to Anti-Bullying week and produced a poem incorperating their words. KS4         
          
          
Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4          
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' ability to recognise the difference between right and wrong and to readily apply this understanding in their own lives, and to recognise legal boundaries and, in doing so, respect the civil and criminal law of England MORAL:Recognising right and wrong, and understanding legal boundaries
Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4         
          
Students learned about different types of informaion on the internet - not everything is reliable - considered the terms belief - opinion - fact, etc. KS3 Students learned about what information is and what is personal and what type of information should remain private. Students learned about fake and real information online as well how we can stay safe. KS3 Students learned about copyright and fair dealing. This related to their use of images from the internet. KS4        
          
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All Students worked together and planned and created a video / song about online safety. All As part of video editing, students learn about copyright and the concept of fair use. They learn about the need to respect copyright law and rights creators have over their ideas, etc. KS3 OSWP targets: 5.2 Identify common threats to information security 5.3 Keep information secure 5.5 Identify common threats to user safety Involve discussions - research, etc. KS5 The student online safety group prepared and delivered an assembly around the theme of - Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI - delivered to the school - parents and governors were invited. S/C PCHS & C extended Safer Internet Day activities to include lessons around this year's theme - Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI S/C    
          
College had a visitor in from Connect and Respect to talk through with the students different types of relationships. The students were able to give their opinions in a safe environment and were taught what is a healthy or unhealthy relationship. KS5 Students in Bowland explored a human Rights as described by Amnesty International. KS5         
slaidburn learning about the affects that smoking has on your body. All Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Students discussed kind and unkind acts. They made kind cards and delivered them to other students in school. KS3 Slaidburn have been looking at and identifying different substances, Alcohol, kitchen products and how dangerous these can be KS4       
Teachers had a refresher on Protected Characteristics and explored the in the context of the our school. Staff then reread the equality and objectives policy, looking at the objectives for this year. CPD          
          
          
 
English/Humanities
Enriched Curriculum
Maths/ Science/ ICT
Music/ Drama/ DT
Online Safety
PE/ Art/ Cooking & Nutrition
Post 16 Curriculum
PSHE & Citizenship
Staff Training
Student Voice
Themed Curriculum
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' understanding of the consequences of their behaviour and actions MORAL:Understanding the consequences of their behaviour and actions
Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4        
All students in KS3 and KS4 focussed on the theme of 'Teamwork' this month. All Students in Hodder have been following a scheme on mental wellbeing. They ahve focused this week on self esteem and how it is a feeling and not something they can touch or see, 07 Every class in school and college has been focusing on Kindness this month and how they can show it in school. S/C        
Students in year 7 took part in discussions about how they could keep themselves safe when using the internet. They then came up with some top tips for others. 07 Students learned about different types of informaion on the internet - not everything is reliable - considered the terms belief - opinion - fact, etc. KS3         
          
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All Students worked together and planned and created a video / song about online safety. All As part of video editing, students learn about copyright and the concept of fair use. They learn about the need to respect copyright law and rights creators have over their ideas, etc. KS3 OSWP targets: 5.2 Identify common threats to information security 5.3 Keep information secure 5.5 Identify common threats to user safety Involve discussions - research, etc. KS5 The student online safety group prepared and delivered an assembly around the theme of - Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI - delivered to the school - parents and governors were invited. S/C PCHS & C extended Safer Internet Day activities to include lessons around this year's theme - Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI S/C    
          
          
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Students discussed how they can help people in the community, they came up with ideas of litter picking, giving money to charity, being kind etc 8/9 Students discussed kind and unkind acts. They made kind cards and delivered them to other students in school. KS3 Slaidburn have been looking at and identifying different substances, Alcohol, kitchen products and how dangerous these can be KS4 Students in Pendle choose keywords related to Anti-Bullying week and produced a poem incorperating their words. KS4      
          
          
          
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' acceptance of and engagement with the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. They will develop and demonstrate skills and attitudes that will allow them to participate fully in and contribute positively to life in modern Britain SOCIAL:Engaging with British values and contributing to life in modern Britain
Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 Ribble took part in an assembly about life on a farm. They listened to farmer John and asked questions about his work on the farm. 3/4 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Yarrow have been learning about women in history. This week we research the life Margaret Thatcher's early life and career, being prime minister and some interesting facts about her life. 8/9 Students discussed ways they can help each other. They thought of some great ways to work as a team and have been putting them into practice. KS3 Students listened to the audio book Dupla's Diwali and made rangoli patterns with coloured pasta, rice and sand. KS3 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4
All students in KS3 and KS4 focussed on the theme of 'Teamwork' this month. All Students in school took part in an assembly at the start of the month which introduced our new theme of the month, each class then set themself a challenge of showing how they could carry out the theme of giving throughout the month of December. All As part of one of our drop down days with a focus on kindness students in year 7 created cards to send to local care homes. 07        
Digital Careers 14-19 group Students learned about the work a care worker does. They then visited a day care centre - listened to the manager explain what staff do, students also investigated how IT is used in the workplace there. Students asked questions. KS5          
          
The student online safety group met, planned and created a podcast discussing the government's proposed ban on social media for under 16s. The rest of the school and college watched the podcast and voted during ICT lessons. 45% said Yes 55% said No All During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All As part of video editing, students learn about copyright and the concept of fair use. They learn about the need to respect copyright law and rights creators have over their ideas, etc. KS3       
          
interacting with there peers and interacting as part of a group and giving points of view in a topic of their choice and playing social games. KS5 Students in Bowland explored a human Rights as described by Amnesty International. KS5         
Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Ribble has been learning about Guy Fawkes and political history. All Non-uniform day, Learning how others live with disabilities and what is support is around to help them. Learning how to raise money for Charites All Were making Easter Cards for the local care homes All Students in year 7 have been discussing parliament and the House of Lords, They looked at how they could become involved and what issues matter the most to them. 07 As part of the Christmas celebrations students in Slaidburn made snowmen using different materials such as marshmallows, icing and pretzel sticks. KS4 As part of showing kindness Slaidburn made Christmas cards which would be distributed to care homes. KS4    
Teachers had a refresher on Protected Characteristics and explored the in the context of the our school. Staff then reread the equality and objectives policy, looking at the objectives for this year. CPD          
Students in year 7 voted for their chosen student council representative after each candidate had put forward why they thought they would be a good representative. 07          
Practising litter picking skills to keep the school grounds clean and tidy All Students in Calder voted for their class representative for the student council. To make the voting process inclusive students used the eye gaze computer and ChooseIt Maker to vote by themselves. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9        
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' use of a range of social skills in different contexts, for example working and socialising with other pupils, including those from different religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds SOCIAL:Using a range of social skills in different contexts
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All Students in Slaidburn were learning about medieval history in Britain. In the workshop lesson they made a medieval village using different materials. All Irwell shared their work with their peers. We discussed and gave ideas about our pieces of work. 07 In pairs, students planned their own interview questions and named their radio/podcast in preparation to record. 07 Yarrow students participated in an early integrated attention activity on the theme of Autumn and Harvest. Students were encouraged to control their focus of attention (visual and auditory) between the speaker and the task. 8/9 Slaidburn are going to be making a poster about the Tudor life KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students worked toegther to put up a tent following instructions - discussed the benefits of outdoor activities and worked on teamwork. KS4   
All students in KS3, KS4 and KS5 went to watch the pantomime of Aladdin. All Students in Hodder have been following a scheme on mental wellbeing. They ahve focused this week on self esteem and how it is a feeling and not something they can touch or see, 07 KS3 and Wenning students went to Blackburn Vue cinema to watch, 'Mary and the Witches Flower' (Autism Friendly). The students were great ambassadors for the school. 3/4 As part of the enriched curriculum students took part in a residential trip to Ullswater in the lakes. KS4 As part of careers week, students listened to different speakers from various work backgrounds. KS4      
Yarrow students visited Curry's PC World to look at different household appliences. They discovered which items were mains and battery operated. 8/9 Students worked on different IEP targets including maths, independence, collaboration, etc. They built Lego type construction kits with one (ASD) student providing help when needed. KS4 Digital Careers 14-19 group Students learned about the work a care worker does. They then visited a day care centre - listened to the manager explain what staff do, students also investigated how IT is used in the workplace there. Students asked questions. KS5        
          
          
Students in Slaidburn attended a boccia competition representing PCHS&C and Burnley football club. With students from other schools. KS4          
interacting with there peers and interacting as part of a group and giving points of view in a topic of their choice and playing social games. KS5 Marsden played games with different peers, sharing and taking turns. KS5         
slaidburn learning about the affects that smoking has on your body. All Today Slaidburn looked at alcohol abuse and how it affects the body. All Students in year 7 worked together to create acrostic poems about bullying. 07 Yarrow participated in a group discuss abot when you're talking about finances, you're talking about money and things that are worth money. Students explored different activities to build their understanding. 8/9       
          
          
Irwell pupils acted out catching a flight to Madrid. They had to write a passport, check in at the airport, get frisked and have their suitcase checked, then get on the flight and go to Spain and back. 07 Irwell, Yarrow, Wenning and Calder enjoyed a journey through ice and snow this morning as part of their Autumn 2 topic 'A Journey through Sand and Snow'. We made snow angels, patterns, snowmen and warmed up by watching the 'snowman' together in the hall. 3/4 hot and cold animals, the focus is on helping them understand basic concepts related to temperature and how different animals adapt to their environments through engaging activities and discussions: 3/4 Students in Calder have been working hard to develop their communication skills using a range of different ways such as Eye Gaze, VOCAs, symbols and gestures to indicate a want, need or to answer basic questions. 3/4 Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9 To complete our topic 'Exploring Our Senses' students from all themed classes visited Children's museum in Halifax. Eureka! The National Children's Museum is an interactive educational museum for children in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, with a focus on learning through play. KS3   
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' willingness to participate in a variety of communities and social settings, including by volunteering, cooperating well with others and being able to resolve conflicts effectively SOCIAL:Volunteering, cooperating with others and resolving conflicts
          
All students in KS3 and KS4 focussed on the theme of 'Teamwork' this month. All As part of our drop down days with a focus on kindness students in year 7 took part in a collaborative piece of art. 07         
Students worked on different IEP targets including maths, independence, collaboration, etc. They built Lego type construction kits with one (ASD) student providing help when needed. KS4          
          
Students worked together and planned and created a video / song about online safety. All          
          
          
Students in year 7 worked together to create acrostic poems about bullying. 07 Students discussed kind and unkind acts. They made kind cards and delivered them to other students in school. KS3         
          
          
          
 
English/Humanities
Enriched Curriculum
Maths/ Science/ ICT
Music/ Drama/ DT
Online Safety
PE/ Art/ Cooking & Nutrition
Post 16 Curriculum
PSHE & Citizenship
Staff Training
Student Voice
Themed Curriculum
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' sense of enjoyment and fascination in learning about themselves, others and the world around them SPIRITUAL:Experiencing enjoyment and fascination in learning
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All We experienced how waterfalls are created by building lego mountains and covering them in sand. We then poured water onto the top of each mountain and saw how it eroded the earth away to reveal stone and then waterfalls formed. 07 We learnt about the water cycle in order to understand where rivers come from. I demonstrated how clouds hold rain using shaving foam and pupils were thoroughly emgrossed. 07 Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 In pairs, students planned their own interview questions and named their radio/podcast in preparation to record. 07 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Yarrow students participated in an early integrated attention activity on the theme of Autumn and Harvest. Students were encouraged to control their focus of attention (visual and auditory) between the speaker and the task. 8/9 Students explored trade, import and exports and focused on o tea came from India to the UK. The watched clips f working in a factory and being a tea picker in India and discussed which job they would prefer KS3 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students worked toegther to put up a tent following instructions - discussed the benefits of outdoor activities and worked on teamwork. KS4
All students in KS3, KS4 and KS5 went to watch the pantomime of Aladdin. All As part of our drop down days with a focus on kindness students in year 7 took part in a collaborative piece of art. 07 Students in Hodder have been following a scheme on mental wellbeing. They ahve focused this week on self esteem and how it is a feeling and not something they can touch or see, 07 Students in year 7 made their own Diwali light as part of an afternoon on Hinduism. 07 KS3 and Wenning students went to Blackburn Vue cinema to watch, 'Mary and the Witches Flower' (Autism Friendly). The students were great ambassadors for the school. 3/4 STEM (Science/Cooking) activity for the website. As part of KS4 science Carl demonstrated the correct way to gut and fillet a whole Black Tilapia and whole Sea Bream fish. Carl discussed the fishes anatomy and the effect of over fishing KS4 Slaidburn looked at the Spanish Culture and how Christmas is celebrated in Spain. We played the song feliz navidad, the students were tapping Papa Noel and won a prize at the end. KS4      
Pupils enjoyed looking a real pigs heart and watching it being dissected. All World Heart Day is a global, multi-lingual celebration Spanning six continents, our hundreds of World Heart Federation (WHF) member organizations, the countless schools, universities, sports clubs and the vibrant cardiology community make World Heart Day (WHD) a truly global celebration. Every year these groups and individuals bring their local flair, favor and colors to festivities, marking the day by sharing heart healthy regional specialties, leading a dance to get the whole community moving, and sharing life-saving lessons far and wide All Hodder visited Salt Hill Quarry to enhance the teaching of Earth science at KS3.Aapproach Earth science more effectively through a ‘How science works’ context. 07 Yarrow students visited Curry's PC World to look at different household appliences. They discovered which items were mains and battery operated. 8/9 Pupils looked at different colour smarties in a box, they used this information and put it in a tally chart, this was then used to make bar charts. 8/9 Digital Careers 14-19 group Students learned about the work a care worker does. They then visited a day care centre - listened to the manager explain what staff do, students also investigated how IT is used in the workplace there. Students asked questions. KS5       
Wenning pupils had a great time learning how to weave on a variety of looms such as circular pre-bought frames and home made looms form natural sticks and branches, We used material strips and also natural items such as leaves and flowers. 3/4 Students in Wyre and Ribble have designed and created a monster movie light box, where they used their imagination to come up with a design for the monster, background and movie name. Students also included a light using a circuit and put this into their background 8/9           
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All           
Students in KS3 have been looking at art from different cultures. They have explored Mandalas from India, they Day of the Dead Skulls and Aboriginal art. Students enjoyed learning about different countries and their cultures and were able to recreate the art work in a range of different ways. KS3            
            
Non-uniform day, Learning how others live with disabilities and what is support is around to help them. Learning how to raise money for Charites All Students in year 7 have been learning about the difference between needs and wants when it comes to money, they have been having lots of discussions about some things which they think are needs which are actually wants for example PS4 and mobile phones! 07 Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3          
            
            
Irwell pupils acted out catching a flight to Madrid. They had to write a passport, check in at the airport, get frisked and have their suitcase checked, then get on the flight and go to Spain and back. 07 Irwell, Yarrow, Wenning and Calder enjoyed a journey through ice and snow this morning as part of their Autumn 2 topic 'A Journey through Sand and Snow'. We made snow angels, patterns, snowmen and warmed up by watching the 'snowman' together in the hall. 3/4 hot and cold animals, the focus is on helping them understand basic concepts related to temperature and how different animals adapt to their environments through engaging activities and discussions: 3/4 Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9 Students have visited many local business and venues to witness first hand the work our local hero's do to keep us happy and safe. For example, vets at Pets @ Home, Park keeper at Marsden Park, Hairdressers at Halo Hair Designs and Nelson Fire Station. 8/9 To complete our topic 'Exploring Our Senses' students from all themed classes visited Children's museum in Halifax. Eureka! The National Children's Museum is an interactive educational museum for children in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, with a focus on learning through play. KS3     
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' ability to be reflective about their own beliefs (religious or otherwise) and perspective on life SPIRITUAL:Reflecting about their own beliefs and perspective on life
Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students learned about Hinduism, beliefs and practices and different festivals, they compared faiths and joined in class discussions. KS4 Students have been learning about places of worship, the differences and similarities as part of their learning in RE. KS4    
          
Students learned about what information is and what is personal and what type of information should remain private. Students learned about fake and real information online as well how we can stay safe. KS3          
          
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All         
Students in KS3 have been looking at art from different cultures. They have explored Mandalas from India, they Day of the Dead Skulls and Aboriginal art. Students enjoyed learning about different countries and their cultures and were able to recreate the art work in a range of different ways. KS3          
          
Non-uniform day, Learning how others live with disabilities and what is support is around to help them. Learning how to raise money for Charites All          
          
          
Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4         
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils’ willingness to reflect on their experiences SPIRITUAL:Reflecting on experiences
Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Students discussed ways they can help each other. They thought of some great ways to work as a team and have been putting them into practice. KS3 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4       
Students in Hodder have been following a scheme on mental wellbeing. They ahve focused this week on self esteem and how it is a feeling and not something they can touch or see, 07 KS3 and Wenning students went to Blackburn Vue cinema to watch, 'Mary and the Witches Flower' (Autism Friendly). The students were great ambassadors for the school. 3/4         
Students learned about different types of informaion on the internet - not everything is reliable - considered the terms belief - opinion - fact, etc. KS3          
          
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All         
          
          
Non-uniform day, Learning how others live with disabilities and what is support is around to help them. Learning how to raise money for Charites All Yarrow class discussed traditions related to Chinese new Year and tried a variety of foods. KS3         
          
          
hot and cold animals, the focus is on helping them understand basic concepts related to temperature and how different animals adapt to their environments through engaging activities and discussions: 3/4 Students in Calder have been working hard to develop their communication skills using a range of different ways such as Eye Gaze, VOCAs, symbols and gestures to indicate a want, need or to answer basic questions. 3/4 Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9 Students have visited many local business and venues to witness first hand the work our local hero's do to keep us happy and safe. For example, vets at Pets @ Home, Park keeper at Marsden Park, Hairdressers at Halo Hair Designs and Nelson Fire Station. 8/9      
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' knowledge of, and respect for, different people’s faiths, feelings and values SPIRITUAL:Respecting different people’s faiths, feelings and values
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All Students using prior knowledge and research tocompare two faiths with similarities and differences All Students explored different rituals in Hinduism 07 Students explored and experienced christian artefacts during the lesson 07 Pupils learnt about the Islamic prayer. Pupils looked at the different steps in the prayer and then in turn performed the different steps using a prayer mat 8/9 Students discussed ways they can help each other. They thought of some great ways to work as a team and have been putting them into practice. KS3 Students listened to the audio book Dupla's Diwali and made rangoli patterns with coloured pasta, rice and sand. KS3 slaidburn have been exploring the Tudors and the foods they eat KS4 looking at the great fire off London. Through purple mash, reading and looking at a picture book along with games. KS4 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students in Slaidburn class worked together and made an advent Christmas tree, the students participated and decorated different baubles to go on the Christmas tree. Learning and respecting different religious festivals. KS4 Students learned about Hinduism, beliefs and practices and different festivals, they compared faiths and joined in class discussions. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C
Students in year 7 made their own Diwali light as part of an afternoon on Hinduism. 07 All students in KS3 and KS4 focused on how how they could show empathy to others in the month of October, they then popped something up for their class on the board. 3/4 Students in KS3 learned about Human Rights as part of our Wednesday online assembly. KS3 Slaidburn led a whole school assembly as part of their AQA unit on Christianity. Pupils led the assembly and explained what advent is about, illustrated with an advent wreath which we placed candles in and finishing with a Christian song. KS4 Slaidburn looked at the Spanish Culture and how Christmas is celebrated in Spain. We played the song feliz navidad, the students were tapping Papa Noel and won a prize at the end. KS4         
             
             
Students in the Online Safety Group - met, discussed ideas, experiences and planned to deliever a presentation to raise awareness about onlin-safety, particularly related to themes around this year's Safer Internet Day. They then delievered the assembly to the whole school and took questions and offered advice at the end. All As part of video editing, students learn about copyright and the concept of fair use. They learn about the need to respect copyright law and rights creators have over their ideas, etc. KS3            
Students in KS3 have been looking at art from different cultures. They have explored Mandalas from India, they Day of the Dead Skulls and Aboriginal art. Students enjoyed learning about different countries and their cultures and were able to recreate the art work in a range of different ways. KS3             
             
As part of the Christmas celebrations students in Slaidburn made snowmen using different materials such as marshmallows, icing and pretzel sticks. KS4 As part of showing kindness Slaidburn made Christmas cards which would be distributed to care homes. KS4            
             
             
Calder experienced the sensory story of the Nativity. They experienced various tactile props and listened to Christmas hymns along side this. All Wenning and Irwell classes visited St John' s church, Cliviger to experience a religious building. The students explored various objects and interacted with the members of the church. 3/4 Students in Calder had the opportunity to explore and make foods from a range of different cultures. Students worked together to make the food, enjoyed smelling and touching a range of different ingredients and enjoyed listening to music from the different cultures. 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9          
 
English/Humanities
Enriched Curriculum
Maths/ Science/ ICT
Music/ Drama/ DT
Online Safety
PE/ Art/ Cooking & Nutrition
Post 16 Curriculum
PSHE & Citizenship
Staff Training
Student Voice
Themed Curriculum
Ofsted Guidance

Pupils' use of imagination and creativity in their learning SPIRITUAL:Using imagination and creativity in learning
Slaidburn have chosen some pictures to make a roman poster. All In pairs, students planned their own interview questions and named their radio/podcast in preparation to record. 07 Yarrow students listened the the story, 'Sparks in the Sky'. They made edible sparklers, participated in an attention autism activity and created a beautiful bonfire picture. 8/9 Yarrow students participated in an early integrated attention activity on the theme of Autumn and Harvest. Students were encouraged to control their focus of attention (visual and auditory) between the speaker and the task. 8/9 Students discussed ways they can help each other. They thought of some great ways to work as a team and have been putting them into practice. KS3 To celebrate different cultures, beliefs, students took part in a lion dance workshop, experiencing different instruments and costumes. Students asked questions to the performers about what they did for a living / careers, etc. Students behaved and were respectful to the performers. KS4 Students in Slaidburn class worked together and made an advent Christmas tree, the students participated and decorated different baubles to go on the Christmas tree. Learning and respecting different religious festivals. KS4 Students worked toegther to put up a tent following instructions - discussed the benefits of outdoor activities and worked on teamwork. KS4 A special assembly to celebrate Chinese New Year with a lion dance performance. S/C  
Students in school took part in an assembly at the start of the month which introduced our new theme of the month, each class then set themself a challenge of showing how they could carry out the theme of giving throughout the month of December. All As part of our drop down days with a focus on kindness students in year 7 took part in a collaborative piece of art. 07 As part of one of our drop down days with a focus on kindness students in year 7 created cards to send to local care homes. 07 Students in year 7 made some Christmas cards as part of the Cards for Kindness campaign which will be sent to local care homes. 07 Students in year 7 made their own Diwali light as part of an afternoon on Hinduism. 07 KS3 and Wenning students went to Blackburn Vue cinema to watch, 'Mary and the Witches Flower' (Autism Friendly). The students were great ambassadors for the school. 3/4 STEM (Science/Cooking) activity for the website. As part of KS4 science Carl demonstrated the correct way to gut and fillet a whole Black Tilapia and whole Sea Bream fish. Carl discussed the fishes anatomy and the effect of over fishing KS4    
Irwell learnt about 3D shapes by learning through play and making 3D shapes out of play dough. 07 Yarrow students visited Curry's PC World to look at different household appliences. They discovered which items were mains and battery operated. 8/9 Students worked on different IEP targets including maths, independence, collaboration, etc. They built Lego type construction kits with one (ASD) student providing help when needed. KS4        
Irwell pupils got to know each other in drama lessons where they had fun dressing up. 07 Students in Wyre and Ribble have designed and created a monster movie light box, where they used their imagination to come up with a design for the monster, background and movie name. Students also included a light using a circuit and put this into their background 8/9         
During Computing and ICT lessons (commencing 5-2-24) students had discussions around the current themes regarding Safer Internet Day and what students should do in the advent of seeing something different from normal (suspicious) / unpleasant, etc. Students then created posters about advising others on how to stay safe online as well. All          
Students have been learning ghow to use their functional skills to tempoer chocolate and follow complex recipes to create chocolates. All Students in KS3 have been looking at art from different cultures. They have explored Mandalas from India, they Day of the Dead Skulls and Aboriginal art. Students enjoyed learning about different countries and their cultures and were able to recreate the art work in a range of different ways. KS3         
          
Students in year 7 have been learning about the difference between needs and wants when it comes to money, they have been having lots of discussions about some things which they think are needs which are actually wants for example PS4 and mobile phones! 07 Students in year 7 designed some odd socks as part of the anti-bullying morning. 07 Loneliness is a growing problem among older people, and in care homes it can be a particularly difficult issue to resolve. 8/9 Students discussed kind and unkind acts. They made kind cards and delivered them to other students in school. KS3 As part of showing kindness Slaidburn made Christmas cards which would be distributed to care homes. KS4      
          
          
Irwell pupils acted out catching a flight to Madrid. They had to write a passport, check in at the airport, get frisked and have their suitcase checked, then get on the flight and go to Spain and back. 07 Irwell, Yarrow, Wenning and Calder enjoyed a journey through ice and snow this morning as part of their Autumn 2 topic 'A Journey through Sand and Snow'. We made snow angels, patterns, snowmen and warmed up by watching the 'snowman' together in the hall. 3/4 hot and cold animals, the focus is on helping them understand basic concepts related to temperature and how different animals adapt to their environments through engaging activities and discussions: 3/4 Students in Yarrow explored the tradition of Chinese New Year by learning about the Chinese calendar and traditional foods. 8/9 To complete our topic 'Exploring Our Senses' students from all themed classes visited Children's museum in Halifax. Eureka! The National Children's Museum is an interactive educational museum for children in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, with a focus on learning through play. KS3      




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