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Our Curriculum

At Conifers House School, we believe that every pupil deserves a curriculum that is personalised, meaningful, and empowering.

Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs of children and young people with autism, communication needs, and complex learning profiles, supported through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

We offer a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum that develops communication, independence, emotional regulation, and life skills — all underpinned by therapeutic support and EHCP outcomes.

A Personalised Approach

No two pupils are the same. Our curriculum recognises this by offering flexible and differentiated teaching, designed around:
  • The pupil’s cognitive profile and learning style
  • EHCP targets and preparation for adulthood
  • Social, emotional, and communication needs
  • Strengths, interests, and motivations
We don’t teach to a label or diagnosis — we teach to the individual.

Every pupil at Conifers follows one of three curriculum pathways: Learning to Learn (Green), Participation in Learning (Orange), or Independent Learning (Purple). These are not fixed by age but are responsive to progress, development, and need.

All pathways incorporate:
  • National Curriculum content, adapted and scaffolded
  • Daily therapeutic strategies
  • Opportunities to apply learning in real-life contexts
  • Enrichment experiences beyond the classroom

Foundations for the Future

Our curriculum prioritises:
  • Functional literacy and numeracy
  • Communication skills (including AAC and social communication)
  • Emotional regulation and wellbeing
  • Life skills and independence
  • Creativity, curiosity, and confidence

Whether a pupil is developing early engagement or working towards formal qualifications, our goal is to equip them with the tools to lead a confident, fulfilling life.

How We Teach

Teaching at Conifers is:

  • Multisensory and structured, but responsive and playful
  • Delivered in small groups, with opportunities for 1:1 sessions
  • Supported by specialist teaching staff and therapists
  • Designed around topics and themes, drawn from National Curriculum objectives and pupil interests

Enrichment and Experience

Our curriculum is brought to life through:

  • Forest School
  • Swimming, horse riding, and outdoor education
  • Creative Arts and play-based learning
  • Educational visits and community experiences
  • Regular theme days and cross-curricular projects

These experiences are not extras — they are central to helping our pupils explore the world, practise skills, and develop their voice and identity.

Ongoing Review and Development

Our curriculum is reviewed regularly to ensure it:

  • Remains ambitious, relevant, and inclusive
  • Reflects best practice in SEND and therapeutic education
  • Matches the changing needs of our pupils and families

We use a range of tools — including EHCP reviews, teacher assessment, and therapy input — to monitor progress and adapt plans accordingly.

To learn more about our individual pathways, please visit our Curriculum Pathways page.
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