Handsworth Hub Y7-Y10 Curriculum

Through our Independence Pathway students receive:

• Full access to mainstream Handsworth Grange lessons and GCSE options.
• Academic support sessions in the Bents Green Hub.
• Phonics support via Read Write Inc Fresh Start (as required).
• Sensory and social, emotional, and communication interventions.
• PSHE/RSE delivered through mainstream curriculum.
• One off-site visit per half-term.

Through our Foundation Pathway students receive:

• Access to mainstream Handsworth Grange lessons in Maths, English, Science, and PSHE, as a minimum.
• AQA Entry Level Maths and English (if required) + 1–2 GCSE options.
• Timetabled sessions in the Bents Green Hub.
• A Preparation for Adulthood carousel (Years 7–10).
• Access to additional mainstream options as appropriate.
• Phonics, sensory, and emotional support interventions.

Through our Wave One approach, students will receive support through:

• Quality first teaching for pupils expected to achieve 4+ GCSEs.
• Trauma-informed strategies.
• Sensory breaks, small groups, high staffing, breakout spaces.

Through our Wave Two approach, students will receive support through:

• Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Personalised timetables and non-class-based activities.
• Sensory movement breaks and emotional literacy support.
• Regular reflection and review with staff and students.

Through our Wave Two approach, students will receive support through:

• Speech and Language Therapy.
• CAMHS and Ryegate referrals.
• Educational Psychology input.
• 1:1 and 2:1 support.
• Personalised workspaces and safe spaces.
• Alternative provisions and tailored SRE.