Gesher school offers a caring and supportive environment that understands children with a range of special educational needs. At Gesher we provide an education for every child that inspires and motivates them and helps them to achieve academically, meet, and often exceed, targets set for them and thrive. Teachers plan differentiated lessons to support the individual needs of the child and take into account their leaning styles and individual interests. Throughout the school day teachers use a variety of supports including visual timetables, movement breaks, social stories. These alongside specialist teachers, teaching assistants, therapists and equipment ensure all children have the greatest opportunity to achieve their full potential.
School Life
A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE
8.15am
Breakfast Club
8.45am
Sensory Circuit
9.30am
Whole School Phonics
10.00am
Maths
12.00
Communication sessions
12.30pm
Restaurant club/Lunch
1.00pm
Dramatherapy
1.30pm
Reading
2.00pm
Life skills
2:30pm
Lego Therapy
The school day begins at 8.15am with breakfast club and lessons begin at 9.00am. There are 3 structured sessions in the day, with lessons being taught on rotation in small groups. Therapy sessions are woven into the day through whole class, small group work and one-to-one sessions depending on the individual needs of the child. Snack and lunch times are structured and supervised with a focus on healthy eating and independence with a range of functional skills. Playtimes are seen as important learning moments. Children can choose from a variety of activities, with adults supporting positive social interactions between peers. The school day will end at 3pm with extra-curricular activities being offered twice a week until 4pm. (School closes at 1pm on Fridays during the winter months to observe Shabbat and may close early if there is a religious holiday).
