LSC Curriculum Provision
At South Island School LSC students’ learning needs are catered to in a variety of ways. Each student has a place in the regular mainstream tutor groups but their curriculum provision depends on their individual learning needs.
The IN department regularly reviews the suitability of subjects by monitoring academic progress and engagement in learning. The department also evaluates whether the subject/course is at an appropriate learning level and accessible for individual students. Students who require less extensive support and adaptations to teaching and learning, access a full mainstream curriculum. However, students who require higher levels of support or adaptations follow a differentiated curriculum in the LSC. It is also possible for students to follow a ‘mixed’ timetable of mainstream and LSC subjects/courses, depending on the individual student’s strengths and learning needs.
Throughout the school year, the Learning Support Class has a number of regular big events/activities.
LSC students take part in all whole-school events as well as various LSC events. These include:
- Oct/Nov: MaD Week
- Nov/Dec: Athletics Finals and LSC Sports Day
- Dec: LSC Christmas Lunch
- Apr/May: LSC Camp
- Jun: Swim Gala and LSC Swim Gala
- Jun: Leavers Party
At various times there are also many smaller events such as subject-based trips to museums, theatres and charity fundraisers.
Parent Support Group
The PSG (Parent Support Group) is a sub-committee of the PTA and consists of all parents of LSC students, IN teachers, the Principal and any other interested parties. The PSG has an coordinator who communicates with parents and organises events throughout the year. Its aim are to:
- Establish a support network for parents through social gatherings
- To share information with parents regarding the LSC (e.g. curriculum developments, student achievements)
- To organize activities which benefit the department and students e.g. fundraising events.
Gatherings are held termly with social events organised throughout the year.