Introduction
The Learning Support Centre consists of a group of 41 learners aged from 11-16 years who have a variety of learning needs and are at stage 3 of the Code of Practice. The pupils come from a wide catchment area and have special transport arrangements via taxis and minibuses. We have four bases in the school with four full time special needs teachers and a combination of 5 permanent/temporary Learning Resource staff, 7 Permanent Support Assistants.
Teachers
Miss E NicMhuirigh (Head of Learning Resource Centre)
Miss C McKay
Mr N McMaster
Miss B Greer
Mr D Mussen
Mr D Hanna
Mr C Quigley
Mission Statement for Learning Resource Centre
The Learning Resource Centre is essentially a department within the mainstream school which enhances the range of provision available to meet pupils with special educational needs. It does not exist as an island but as an integral part of the school community.
Our Mission is to strive to meet the educational, social and vocational needs of children who have learning challenges within the embracing environment of Our Lady of Lourdes. We aim to provide the opportunity for each individual to grow and develop to his/her fullest potential and be prepared for as independent an adult life as possible
It is the responsibility of the Leadership Team and Senior Staff to ensure that the quality of education and the opportunities for inclusion for the pupils with SEN throughout the whole school, including the LRC, are of the highest quality thus enabling them to develop as individuals and as citizens of tomorrow.
Vision and Philosophy
Our vision is of a special needs facility which is supportively and flexibly integrated in to the life of Our Lady of Lourdes. Inclusion is our cornerstone philosophy.
Life Skills based curriculum
The curriculum consists of:
- Functional literacy,
- Numeracy,
- Social skills and interaction,
- Basic life skills
- Awareness of the world of work
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Year 8 L
English, Math, , History, Social Skills & RE in LRC |
Art & Design Careers & Citizenship, Craft, Design & Technology Home Economics I.C.T P.E PSHE Science Geography Music * All 5 students combine with their form class 8S and have additional support of C.A for above subjects. There also exists a pro-active programme of inclusion at recreation times via supervised activities in the Year Group “Chill” room and reward trips. |
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Year 9 L
English, Maths, Social Skills & Re in LRC
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Art & Design Craft, Design & Technology Home Economics History I.C.T P.E PSHE Science Career & Citizenship * All 3 students combine with their form class 9S and have additional support of C.A. There also exists a pro-active programme of inclusion at recreation times via supervised activities in the Year Group “Chill” rooms and reward trips |
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Yr 10 L
English & Maths in LRC
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Art & Design Craft, Design & Technology Geography Home Economics Drama (LRC Teacher) History I.C.T P.E Science PSHE R.E Careers and Citizenship
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KS4 Inclusion Profiles: Academic Year 2015-2016
The KS4 curriculum for mainstream pupils is available to the LRC students and we have various bespoke programmes for our students depending on personal interests.
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Year Group 11L & 12L Essential Skills Literacy and Communication Essential Skills Numeracy and Application of Number Entry Level Science
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The KS4 curriculum for mainstream pupils is available to the LRC students and we have various bespoke programmes for our students depending on personal interests LRC Core Programme GCSE Art Careers & Citizenship P.E PSHE CCEA Performance Skills Occupational Studies Design & Technology-Hairdressing/Manicure Engineering and Engineering Services Construction – Joinery and Brickwork Design & Creativity –Hairdressing Business and Services- Nail Art Technology & Innovation-Digital Imaging & TV / Film Production Bench work/ CAD (OLOL) Environment & Society –Tour Guiding/ Planning an Event/Sports Leadership (OLOL) Design & Creativity-Catering (OLOL) All students combine with their form class and have additional support of CA for above subjects. There also exists a pro-active programme of inclusion at recreation times via supervised activities in the Year Group “Chill” rooms and reward trips |
