PSHE Subject Specific Pedagogies.

IN addition to our generic pedagogies, which are:

•  Flexible groupings

•  Revisiting prior learning from lessons

•  Retrieval of prior knowledge in different contexts

•  Visualisers for modelling

•  Chunking lesson

•  Dual coding 

•  Sequential graphics

•  Working walls (consistent subject specific design)

•  Explicit teaching of vocabulary. (E.g. Use of visualiser /   demonstrate methods and techniques).

We also have the following subject specific pedagogies for PSHE:

•  Adapting scenario cards etc / language used

• Adapting how we assess e.g., can the children verbally discuss their ideas.

• Use of a candle to signify the practise of gratitude and intention setting and the use of the chime to signify the start and end of the meditation practice.

• Formative assessment approaches are applied at all times in each lesson.

• Regular representation of the subject within ‘Low Stakes Friday Curriculum Quiz’ to reinforce Knowledge, skills and understanding and aid cognitive load. Teachers guided by subject lead’s key questioning document.

• SEND adaptations are made for pupils who need them.