Curriculum Pathways
Kaleidoscope, Mosaic, and Nexus
We support every child to grow in confidence, build strong relationships, and develop the skills they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through a curriculum focused on:
Kind Hearts (Relatedness)
Building relationships, empathy, and social skills.
Wise Minds (Competence)
Developing academic, practical, and problem-solving skills
Brave Souls
(Skills to Succeed)
Encouraging choice, independence, and self-advocacy.
These are embedded across all subjects, from English and Maths to Forest School and Life Skills, ensuring a broad, balanced, and inclusive curriculum. Our core values, Kind Hearts, Wise Minds, and Brave Souls, are a direct embodiment of Self-Determination Theory, nurturing relatedness, competence, and autonomy in every learner.
Kaleidoscope Pathway
This pathway is designed for our children with complex and/ or significant learning needs. Like a kaleidoscope, their learning journey is incredibly personal, vibrant, and ever-changing. It's an experiential offer, full of shifting patterns and rich sensory engagement, celebrating each child's unique way of seeing and interacting with the world.
Mosaic Pathway
The Mosaic pathway caters to our students with severe learning difficulties. Just like an artful mosaic is created by carefully arranging individual pieces, this pathway focuses on methodically gathering and integrating foundational skills and understandings. It builds a clear and stable base, valuing the beauty and importance of each carefully placed element in their learning.
Nexus Pathway
Our Nexus pathway is for students with more moderate learning needs. A nexus is a central point where connections are made, and this pathway perfectly represents where students actively bring together a wide range of diverse skills, knowledge, and experiences. It becomes a junction where learning culminates, forging multiple pathways forward and leading to greater independence and varied future possibilities.
| Pathway | Students Who Can/Require | Expected Outcomes | Potential Progression |
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Nexus academic qualifications with appropriate support- Demonstrate potential for developing work-related skills- Work towards functional independence- Engage with formal learning environments | Nationally recognised qualifications (GCSEs, Entry Levels, Functional Skills)- Work experience and vocational qualifications- Preparation for supported employment or further education- Development of independence and life skills |
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Mosaic requires a more personalised learning approach- Need support with communication and interaction- Benefit from experiential learning- Need structured support for emotional understanding and self-regulation | ASDAN qualifications where appropriate- Development of core communication skills- Enhanced social interaction abilities- Improved emotional regulation- Progress in independence and life skills |
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Kaleidoscope with more complex learning needs- Requiring enhanced provision- Need significant support with communication- Benefit from sensory-based learning approaches- Require support with personal independence | ASDAN Personal Progress qualifications where appropriate- Development of personal independence skills- Enhanced communication abilities- Improved self-regulation- Development of life skills for supported living- Progress in functional communication and social skills |
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From Nexus or Mosaic pathways- Experience significant difficulties with emotional regulation- Require additional support with behavioural management- Need a specialised environment for learning | Appropriate qualifications based on original pathway (Nexus or Mosaic)- Development of emotional regulation strategies- Enhanced self-awareness and behavioural management skills- Improved ability to engage in learning- Progress in social interaction and communication |
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