semi formal curriculum Archives - Melland High School

G2’s Explore Sensory Activities

Posted on March 24, 2022 by admin

This term the G2 group have been transitioning in and around school, every Thursday we have a sensory session in the hall.

We have a range of activities out for the pupils to choose from, these can range from bubble machines, basketball hoops and ball pits.

Some of our pupils have been practicing throwing and catching in different aspects tailored to everyone.

Our pupils look forward to this session where they can use the space to express themselves and learn a new skill.

we have also welcomed the G1 group to our sensory session in the hall, we look forward to carrying on the session in the summer term, Well Done G2!

A1 Group Perform live for BFET Principals

Posted on February 10, 2020July 20, 2022 by admin

This week Melland students from the A1 group showcased their developing communication and signing skills for the BFET Executive Team and our BFET Principals in the high tech Melland Multimedia Studio.

Teaching staff supported the students in creating a spectacular visual treat as the backdrop during their live performance in which they were seen juggling, walking the tight rope, lifting impossible weights at the same time as signing to the song ‘This is Me’ from the Greatest Showman. All the pupils took on characters from the film and gave them their own individual interpretation.

The students and staff have worked incredibly hard and barring a few nerves we think it was a fantastic performance.

Melland are part of the 2 year national pilot developing the ‘Semi-Formal Curriculum with ‘Equals’ which aims to improve pupils communication, health and wellbeing, confidence and independence as well as working on the core domains of functional numeracy, literacy, PSHCE, physical well-being, drama and humanities.

the full video of this project to be uploaded to the Melland High school YouTube channel

V Group’s Journey Around the World

Posted on February 5, 2020 by admin

This term, the V group are beginning their cultural encounters topic: The World Around Me.

As part of the newly developed Semi-Formal Curriculum; V group will be exploring various modes of transport and encountering different cultural celebrations and festivals.

We will navigate our cultural journey alongside the classic story: Around the World in 80 Days.

V group started our worldly adventure just in time for the Chinese New Year. We celebrated with a tea party and traditional Chinese treats. We also explored various Chinese artefacts and enjoyed traditional Chinese music.

We look forward to a new term of joy and prosperity as we navigate the world around me.