Nebula Provision - ARMS
Our Nebula Provision caters for children with ASD and moderate or severe learning needs. Each child within Nebula is set individual targets to help achieve progress with their academic, social communication and interaction, language, physical skills while develop increasing independence.
We offer three different pathways in our Nebula Provision: Formal (Sunshine Room), Semi-Formal (Haumea Room) and Informal / 'Engagement Model' (Namaka Room). Pathways are fluid and some pupils may access some curriculum areas across different pathways where appropriate.
Pupils in the Formal Pathway (Sunshine Room) have access to the National Curriculum (adapted) through structured subject-based lessons including Reading / Phonics, writing and maths and children are expected to spend some of their other lessons in their mainstream classes.
Pupils in the Semi-Formal Pathway (Haumea Room) focusing on early learning concepts through shorter subject-based learning activities and themed exploration. Children are expected to begin participating in their mainstream classes for short periods of time.
Pupils in the Informal Pathway (Engagement Model) focus on engagement, communication and sensory exploration. Core texts are chosen for their repetitive language, sensory appeal, and opportunities for shared attention and interaction.
Themes are shared across the Semi-Formal and Informal pathways, differentiated by core texts, curriculum focus, learning outcomes and key vocabulary. Core texts represent diverse authors and inclusive perspectives.
Vision
In Nebula, we work together with our mainstream provision whenever possible to deliver inclusive and innovative specialist support, inspiring our pupils to aspire to excellence; learning without limits. We believe that every child can achieve success learning the skills and knowledge to lead a fulfilling life.
Values
Children accessing Nebula share the same values of Grange’s CC WAY - Confidence and Consideration. We are optimistic that every Nebula pupil will be fully prepared for the next stage in their educational journey, equipping them with the life skills they will need for a successful future. As a school we believe in Inclusion; we are committed to ‘Learning Together, Respecting Each Other, Achieving Our Potential’ and we encourage everyone to aim for their PB – Personal Best.
Aims
The primary aim of the provision is to support our learners with their education through inclusion. Pupils in Nebula receive specialist support in a dedicated unit alongside their mainstream provision whenever it is possible. For every Nebula pupil, we will:
- Provide an inclusive, safe, supportive environment
- Equip them with the tools to develop skills for life
- Support them to achieve their potential
- Build a strong, inclusive community
- Partner with parents, families, and professionals
- Promote high standards of learning and teaching