Curriculum

Curriculum Overview

At Storyybrook School, the curriculum is built on the belief that pupils with SEMH needs do not require a reduced curriculum, but one that is carefully structured, inclusive and tailored to help them access learning successfully. Through therapeutic and academic approaches, we provide a rich learning environment that supports confidence, progress and achievement.

We recognise that many pupils may have experienced disrupted education, unmet needs or barriers to learning before joining us. Our nurturing and aspirational approach focuses on rebuilding trust, removing barriers and ensuring every child feels represented, supported and able to reach their full potential.

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Key Stage Information

We provide education for children learning within Key Stage 1 and 2 (ages 5–11).

Assessment is designed to reflect the needs of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, recognising that progress is often developmental, non-linear and closely linked to emotional regulation and readiness to learn. At Storyybrook, assessment provides a holistic understanding of each child's academic, emotional and behavioural development and is used to adapt teaching, inform provision and support pupil progress. All pupils complete a structured baseline assessment on entry, exploring areas including literacy, numeracy, engagement, emotional regulation, social interaction and independence. Assessments are completed through observation, structured activities and professional judgement within low-pressure, supportive environments. We use TrackAble and Motional to monitor academic progress, emotional wellbeing and wider developmental outcomes. These systems help staff identify strengths, barriers and areas requiring additional support, while informing curriculum adaptation, intervention planning and EHCP outcomes. Evidence is reviewed regularly to ensure assessment remains responsive, meaningful and individualised. Assessment is embedded within everyday teaching through observation, discussion, structured tasks and analysis of engagement and behaviour. This allows staff to adapt teaching, regulation support and levels of challenge to meet pupils' changing needs and help every child progress confidently.

Curriculum Documents & Schemes of Learning

Explore Storyybrook's curriculum documents, progression maps and schemes of learning, designed to show how learning is carefully sequenced across each phase and cycle. These resources provide a clear overview of curriculum coverage, progression and learning outcomes, demonstrating how Storyybrook delivers an ambitious, inclusive and SEMH-informed curriculum that supports both academic achievement and personal development.

Curriculum Overview & Compliance

Storyybrook Curriculum Quality and Compliance Framework

Curriculum

Curriculum Overview

Key Stage Information

Baselining and Assessment

Marking and Feedback

Teaching Strategies

What subjects are offered at Storyybrook?

Curriculum Documents & Schemes of Learning

Curriculum Overview & Compliance

KS1 Schemes of Work

LKS2 Schemes of Work

UKS2 Schemes of Work

Subject Curriculums

Teaching Strategies

Small Sessions

Adaptive Teaching

Keep Up & Catch Up

Oracy & Communication

Retrieval Practice

Co-Regulation & Emotional Regulation

Safe Environments

Disciplinary Thinking

Functional Skills

Therapeutic Activities

Explicit Instruction

Experiential Learning

Movement Breaks

Life Skills

Integrated Curriculum

Range of Recording

Relationships First

Bridging Gaps

Independence

Belonging & Inclusion

Preparing for the Future

Prospectus