Classes

Orange Class

This class is for pupils accessing the semi-formal pathway and supports children working within the early stages of learning and development. Learning is highly personalised, play-based, and delivered through fun, engaging, and sensory-rich experiences that develop early learning skills.

We are a Total Communication class, using Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC), communication boards, sign, visual supports, objects of reference, and spoken language to help every pupil understand, express themselves, and participate in learning.

Through a balance of structured activities, sensory experiences, and child-led exploration, pupils are supported to develop their communication, confidence, independence, and love of learning.

Pink Class

Pink Class consists of pupils on both the Formal and Semi-Formal pathway. The class work on daily living skills and pre stage curriculum, as well as following the National Curriculum subjects. Pupils explore Peterhouse Preparing for Adulthood as well as Accessing the Community. Pupils take part in weekly Tutorials, where they work 1:1 with a trusted adult to build their confidence or talk about any issues or topics of interest. Class have the opportunity to attend Forest School, which provides pupils with hands on experience in the natural environment. Pupils can build dens out of objects they find, build fires safely and learn important skills as well as exploring the grounds.

Purple Class

Pupils in Purple Class dip into both learning pathways, with elements from the semi-formal pathway being used to support learning for pupils on formal pathways. The class uses visuals such as 'now and next' boards to help pupils understand the structure of the day. The class has a big focus on motivation and engagement, with pupils earning 'KIT Points' and setting their own targets, based on their EHCPs, to earn end-of-term treats.

Yellow Class

Pupils in Yellow Class follow a mix of formal and semi-formal pathways. They explore topics at a deeper level and prepare for moving on to accredited learning, at an appropriate stage. Some pupils in Yellow Class start to study for functional skills exams, whilst also developing important life skills to help them become successful adults with autism.

Green Class

Pupils in Green Class are on the semi-formal pathway, balancing academic learning with gaining skills that will prepare pupils to become successful adults with Autism. Pupils are learning to share attention, communicate and share space with others. The class uses a full-communication approach to all learning, incorporating visuals and sign-a-long to ensure all pupils gain as much as they can. Class follow pupils' interests to encourage learning, and play to everyone’s strengths. Green Class considers all sensory needs, and incorporates pupils' EHCP targets into everything they do.

Blue Class

This is a sixth form class for students primarily following a semi-formal pathway. The class uses a full communication approach and focuses on preparing young people for their next steps after Peterhouse, with a strong emphasis on life skills and quality of life.

Red Class

The Red Class offers a highly personalised, person-centred provision designed to help young people develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to achieve their aspirations and move successfully towards adulthood.

Students follow one of two pathways, tailored to their individual strengths, needs and future goals.  Students may access a blended offer of pathways also:

• Formal Pathway – students focus on developing life skills, independence, communication, social interaction and preparation for adulthood and work towards a range of accredited qualifications from Entry Level 2 through to GCSE.
• Semi-Formal Pathway – students focus on developing life skills, independence, communication, social interaction and preparation for adulthood, alongside working towards ASDAN accredited courses.

Individual learning programmes are carefully designed to ensure every student can access a meaningful and appropriately challenging curriculum.

Most students join the Red Class in Year 10 and begin working towards accredited qualifications, with opportunities to achieve awards ranging from Pre-Entry Level to Level 2. Where appropriate, students may also study GCSE courses. Alongside their academic learning, students are supported to develop independence, employability skills, emotional wellbeing and self-confidence, ensuring they are well prepared for life beyond school.

As the Red Class is a highly individualised provision, learning can look different for every student. Visitors may see:

• Students working at different levels within the same classroom.
• A variety of activities taking place at the same time, including accredited coursework, ASDAN programmes and life skills learning.
• Students working independently, in small groups or receiving 1:1 support.
• Planned movement breaks to support regulation and engagement.
• The use of headphones and other sensory supports to aid concentration and meet individual sensory needs.
• Students following personalised timetables that reflect their individual goals and learning needs.
• Pupils from Flexible Education attending selected lessons or specific days as part of their bespoke programme.

These approaches allow every student to access learning in a way that is engaging, supportive and personalised to their needs, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes both in school and beyond.