Timetable
Registration
Our pupils are greeted by the core staff from their class each morning. The initial 15 minutes allows for the register to be taken and for an initial Mindful Time activity to be completed.
Pupils also complete their own visual timetable for the day, and can spend time discussing any concerns with their class team.
Mindful Time
The Beeches Independent School implements Mindful Time to accommodate the sensory needs of each of our pupils. The content of the session is designed to stimulate the brain, concentrate the brain, or relax the brain.
Staff members provide pupils with a range of activities to appeal to their sensory needs, either as part of a routine sensory diet or a more ad hoc basis. Pupils use a range of sensory equipment within Mindful Time and the objective is to ensure our pupils are well-prepared and ready for their learning in scheduled lesson times.
Lunch
To accommodate the needs of our learners, and to avoid overcrowding of our dining areas, students are split into two groups for their lunch time. Students eat their packed lunches with teaching staff and are able to use the garden and available resources to play with their peers. Staff encourage students to complete an activity when they have eaten which allows for social interaction.
Enrichment
At The Beeches Independent School we incorporate enrichment opportunities to the pupils throughout the curriculum to ensure they are accessing a range of opportunities to develop their understanding and involvement into society. During the week, pupils may participate in assembly, PE, library visits and travel training, sensory sessions or a specific need.
On a Friday afternoon during ‘personal development’ sessions, the pupils are able to engage in skills and activities that they may not otherwise get the opportunity to, such as photography, self-care, STEM, arts and crafts. The purpose of these are to accommodate and encourage new interests and hobbies.
Golden Time
For the last 30 minutes each day pupils’ can access ‘golden time.’ This is a time for pupils to engage in an activity of their choice to develop their interests and hobbies. If pupils have not followed expectations during the school day, golden time is used for teachers to carry out follow-up interventions with the pupil.
