The Curriculum at Harlow Fields School and College
At Harlow Fields School and College, our curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Guided by the SEND Code of Practice, we focus on four key areas to ensure every pupil receives the support they need to thrive.
Communication and Interaction
Many pupils face challenges with communication. Our curriculum provides targeted support to develop speech, language, and social interaction skills, helping pupils build meaningful relationships and confidence.
Cognition and Learning
We tailor learning to suit individual abilities, including pupils with learning difficulties such as dyslexia or dyspraxia. Our pupils follow personalised pathways and alternative qualifications, ensuring every pupil can achieve success in a way that suits them.
Independence, Social and Emotional Development
We nurture pupils’ social and emotional wellbeing, promoting resilience, self-regulation, and positive behaviour. Our supportive environment balances safety with challenge, enabling all pupils to increase independence and grow in confidence.
Sensory and Physical Needs
Learning is made accessible for pupils with sensory or physical needs through adaptations such as assistive technology and modified resources, enabling full participation in school life.
Personalised Learning
Each pupil has Individual Learning Targets derived from their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). These targets are designed to stretch and challenge pupils according to their strengths and aspirations.
Aspiration and Excellence
We operate with an “Aspiration and No Glass Ceiling” mindset, empowering every pupil, staff member, and stakeholder to reach their full potential.
Our curriculum is dynamic and inclusive.
We invite visitors to explore how our curriculum unfolds across Lower School, Upper School, PMLD, and Sixth Form (College).
Parents and carers may withdraw their child from all or part of Religious Education (RE) lessons by emailing RebeccaWillers@harlowfields.essex.sch.uk.
For further information about our curriculum, please contact RebeccaWillers@harlowfields.essex.sch.uk