4-9 Early Years & Infants

Supporting our youngest students as they begin their journey

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Learning starts here

Early years education at Portfield School is nurturing, fun and very much child-led. Children learn through play and experience in a happy and calm atmosphere, both inside the classroom and outside, in some of the many engaging outdoor spaces, such as Forest School

The skilled Early Years staff team follow a Total Communication approach to learning, which uses words, symbols, pictures, signing and objects to help children understand friendships and healthy relationships, respond positively to praise and establish routines and structure.

A clear and engaging topic focus is the hallmark to Early Years teaching and when appropriate, Early Years Foundation Development Matters, Key Stage 1 Mathematics and English frameworks may be introduced.

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Case study: Portfield School - Sixth Form - Fenton

The problem

Our team works hard with our young autistic adults in managing the transition from the world of education into the world of employment or study. We help prepare them for life outside of school and encourage them to explore personal independence including an understanding of meal preparation, cleaning, and handling money in different situations outside of the classroom.

At the same time we ensure that their wellbeing is integral to our curriculum – healthy lives and healthy networks and relationships.

The Solution

All autistic people are different, they have the same ambitions and dreams and love fun. We want to ensure our students are given the very best opportunities to realise their full potential as adults and to be recognised for their very special abilities.

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The problem

Our team works hard with our young autistic adults in managing the transition from the world of education into the world of employment or study. We help prepare them for life outside of school and encourage them to explore personal independence including an understanding of meal preparation, cleaning, and handling money in different situations outside of the classroom.

At the same time we ensure that their wellbeing is integral to our curriculum – healthy lives and healthy networks and relationships.

The Solution

All autistic people are different, they have the same ambitions and dreams and love fun. We want to ensure our students are given the very best opportunities to realise their full potential as adults and to be recognised for their very special abilities.

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