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Initiate / Highly Personalised Provision
Informal Curriculum, with access to Semi-Formal

Our Initiate pathway is designed for our learners who require a play-based approach moving on to further experiential learning as they move through school. It has been designed to maximise the opportunities for developing independence and preparation for adulthood. Our semi-formal curriculum providing a combination of structured learning activities, life skills, hands-on practical discovery, intensive interaction, and learning through play. This reflects our understanding that learners respond better where learning is set up to be more functional and related to their own experiences.

The School Day

Inititate Learners:

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​8.45-9.15: Ready to Learn
9.15-11.30am: Session 1
11.30-12.30: Lunch over 2 sittings
12.30-2.45pm: Session 2
2.45-3.15pm: Preparing to Leave

Curriculum Areas:​

My Communication

My Problem Solving

My Health

My Creativity

My World

My Identity

My Technology

My Independence

Topic Webs:
Topic webs outline the subject area taught during each term. These are continually developed and if there's anything you'd like clarification on, please get in touch!

KS3, Spring 1: Animal Safari 

KS4, Spring 1: Investigating Nature

Post-16, Spring 1: Independent Living Skills

If you would like more information on our Initiate Provision, please get in touch with one of our leads:

Head of Initiate: Rosie Thorley

Initiate Provision Lead: Samantha Doggett

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Our Vision: A specialist SEND community inspiring Rochdale and beyond.

Our Values: Connection, Communication, Independence, Aspiration

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Redwood School, Hudsons Walk, Rochdale, OL11 5EW
01706 750 815​

info@redwood-school.com​

Headteacher: Mr Paul Evans

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