Fuchsia: Formal
The Fuchsia Pathway shows the ambitious approach by providing access to the National Curriculum while remaining caring and inclusive through personalisation. The focus is on learning that prepares pupils for their next steps and adult life.
The Fuchsia Pathway is for pupils who are academically and developmentally ready to access learning based on the National Curriculum. This pathway combines subject learning with practical, real-world skills.
Focus Areas
Subject Learning
Pupils develop:
- Reading, writing, grammar and spelling skills
- Maths skills including number work, calculation, shapes and measures
- Scientific understanding through investigations and experiments
- ICT skills for learning and everyday life
- Creative and physical skills
Functional Application
Learning emphasises:
- Applying what they learn to real-world tasks
- Problem-solving in practical situations
- Thinking things through and making predictions
- Making connections between different areas of learning
- Using knowledge to make informed decisions
Life Skills and Personal Development
The curriculum incorporates:
- PSHE includes relationships, health and wellbeing
- Understanding of British values and cultural diversity
- Self-care and independence skills
- Understanding of personal safety, including online safety
- Community awareness and participation
Curriculum Structure
Subject – Specific Learning
Pupils study:
- English – reading comprehension, creative writing, grammar and spoken language
- Mathematics – working towards National Curriculum expectations with adapted materials
- Science – exploring scientific concepts through investigation
- Computing – digital literacy, programming and staying safe online
- Understanding the World – history and geography
- Expressive Arts – art, design technology and music
- Physical Education – developing fitness, skills and teamwork
- Religious Education – integrated within Personal Development
Integrated and Discrete Approaches
Learning is delivered through:
- Topic or theme-based teaching that connects different subjects
- Discrete subject lessons where appropriate
- Real-life contexts that make learning meaningful
- Accessible teaching strategies including visual supports and scaffolding
- Opportunities for practice and consolidation
Preparation for Adulthood
Structured learning includes:
- Employment and further learning – understanding different jobs, developing work-related skills
- Independent living – budgeting, self-care, understanding relationships, home safety
- Community inclusion – road safety, using public transport with support, accessing community facilities
- Health and wellbeing – understanding healthy lifestyles, managing emotions, building resilience
- Responsibility and decision-making – making choices, understanding consequences, self-advocacy
- Transition planning – preparing for the next stage of education or training