Wexham School (in partnership with the Slough School Sport Network) took on the Youth Sport Trust Lead Inclusion School role for Berkshire in 2018.
A network of 50 YST lead Inclusion Schools from across England have been established, each selected for their recognised expertise in engaging young people with Special Educational Needs/Disability (SEND) to participate, compete and lead through PE and School Sport. They are Inclusion Champions and are visionaries for what high quality, meaningful and inclusive PE and School Sport should look like for every child.
These lead YST Inclusion Schools provide and organise CPD and practical sessions for any interested school work force in their county to help to empower people to be more inclusive in their practice. We work in close partnership with the 7 other SGOs areas across the county as well as Get Berkshire Active and our Berkshire Local Organising Committee to plan and develop opportunities for all across the county.
Through the School Games specific programme - the lead YST Inclusion Schools are empowering people to be more inclusive and make a real difference for young people with SEND in school sport, especially with meaningful competition and competition pathways
Through a range of innovative interventions and activities, the lead YST Inclusion Schools also support young people (including those who have a SEND) to lead the way – raising their aspirations and providing inclusive leadership opportunities.
Our three main areas of delivery/ support are;
- CPD for school staff around inclusion in PE
- Promoting leadership opportunities for young people with SEND
- Support the Level 3 Berkshire School Games to ensure inclusive opportunities and pathways for all.
For more information about SEND support for your school including CPD training dates and opportunities please contact your local School Games Organiser.
For any other information with regards the Lead Inclusion School role in Berkshire please contact Laura Brookstein, Slough School Sport Network Manager lf@wexham.slough.sch.uk
The Inclusion Spectrum
Each part of the spectrum gives a teacher a different way to teach to a class to ensure everyone is included in PE/sport in some way or another. A teacher does not just have to use one part of the spectrum they can mix their approach.
- Separate/Alternative – completely different activity away from other pupils.
- Modified- modifications are made to the activity to support all needs and abilities in the group (see STEP below).
- Open- all needs and abilities are taken into account but no modifications are needed as the activity is accessible for all.
- Parallel- each pupil does the activity at an appropriate level which takes into account their needs and is suitable to them.
CURRICULUM SUPPORT
OAK Academy Physical Development Resources
The Oak Academy has uploaded a curriculum plan and lessons for Special Schools in the teacher hub:
Subject: Physical Development | Teacher Hub | Oak National Academy (thenational.academy)
The video has an overview.
The classroom version for parents and pupils can be found here:
Physical Development - Specialist - Oak National Academy (thenational.academy)
Oak 2021 Specialist Physical Development Curriculum Plan (PDF, 264 Kb)click to open
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Inclusive CPD Autumn 2022
To book on to any of the workshops, please go to: https://forms.gle/dnSrGDGoTHM3aXK78
If you have any questions on the courses please contact : Berkshire Schools: YGutteridge@Wexham.Slough.Sch.uk
Inclusive Autumn CPD Berks Bucks 2022 (PDF, 204 Kb)
Autumn 2020 Webinars
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Other CPD
- UK Coaching FREE Inclusive Activity e-learning module
The Inclusive Activity Programme eLearning module is a unique development opportunity for sports coaches, community leaders and healthcare professionals. Participants will learn about the basic principles of inclusion and understand the benefits of delivering activities that can be enjoyed by all! Click for more information.
LEADERSHIP
The Inclusion Leadership Resources are currently being reviewed & updated and will be available once launched by the Youth Sport Trust
OTHER RESOURCES
Useful Websites & Resources
Infographic Physical Activity For Disabled Children And Disabled Young People (PDF, 383 Kb)
YST SEND Flyer (PDF, 626 Kb)Interactive Resource. Click to open & access links.
- USING THE STEP TOOL
STEP stands for Space, Task, Equipment, People. It's a simple way for making changes to activities. It's commonly used in the PE and school sport setting so that everyone can join in and take part together. But the principles work in all settings, especially in the home.
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STEP tips for disabled people families and friends (PDF, 784 Kb)click to open, download & print
A series of activities to support teachers delivering sport and PE to classes which are divided between school and home through lockdown
Panathlon at Home
https://panathlon.com/panathlon-launches-at-home-sporting-challenges/
After you've completed the challenges, students / schools / parents can fill in their scorecard and email it to events@panathlon.com to receive a certificate.
Participants can let them know how well they've done via social media by using the hashtags #PanathlonIndoorGames or #PanathlonGardenGames @SloughSSN
If you have any questions, please email events@panathlon.com
Active@Home Inclusion Special Final (PDF, 583 Kb)click to open and access links
Resources to keep you and your family active at home.
Keeping Active Whilst Home Learning
Use the STEP Tool to adapt mainstream resources.
