The Cherry Class

The Cherry class is one of our Key stage 4&5 classes. The learners here mostly follow our Discovery pathway. It is part of our upper school.

• The class teacher is Sarah Hosking
• The Upper school lead is Jo Hobbs

This week in the Cherry Class.........

We had a busy week making buns for the Cake Sale last Friday and thinking about all the Cherry class events that we have experienced this term in preparation for sharing our news with parents this week.  We had the last of our Travel Training sessions to Newquay on Tuesday and had a great time with virtual reality headsets and controllers. Sarah even had a virtual tour of Cape Town, Paris and Rome! We have been practising life skills in the flat and focusing upon laundry skills and using kitchen utensils and equipment safely. We are writing poems and baking cakes for the Spring Show and looking forward to our visits to the church and Bikeability this week.

 

 

 

 

We have been using our newly refurbished flat to practise our life skills. Last week we washed, dried and folded laundry and made some delicious Cornish pasties in the flat kitchen. We are also planning to create a shop area to practise our work related skills and independent living, so watch this space! We’ve been planting seeds for the Spring Show's  'School-Grown' vegetable category. We are also planning and asking questions to others, to rehearse our interviewing skills.

What Are Independent Living Skills?

As we continue to focus on holistic student development, one area that holds significant value for all of our learners is Independent Living Skills (ILS). These skills are fundamental for personal growth and success, both during school years and beyond, as they help our learners become self-sufficient and confident in managing their day-to-day lives.

Independent living skills are the practical abilities required for managing personal affairs, maintaining a safe and healthy environment, and making informed decisions. These skills cover a wide range of areas, including:

• Personal Care & Hygiene: Taking care of the body, understanding nutrition, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Time Management: Organising tasks, following a schedule, and using time efficiently to balance academic, social, and personal activities.
• Money Management: Learning how to budget, save, and make responsible financial decisions.
• Cooking & Meal Preparation: Gaining the ability to plan, prepare, and cook simple and healthy meals.
• Laundry & Household Maintenance: Understanding how to wash clothes, clean, and take care of home responsibilities.