b'Tracking ProgressPositive relationships ensure that students feelLife Skills and Senses Groups secure, whilst a rich and varied learning environmentIn life skills the key requirements from all foundation allows students to discover the world around themsubjects have been pulled together and grouped and provides opportunities for challenge whilstunder three key strands to ensure they are fully remaining safe. Students require opportunities toprepared for adulthood: develop independence and self-confidence in an environment where they feel valued, respected andHealth and wellbeing cared for. Understanding the world and the environment Self expression A high-quality Phase 1 curriculum lays the foundations for students, with a focus on developingAssessment is carried out against these objectives the whole student and to ensure school readiness.as described above.Phase 1 provides students with a broad range of learning opportunities with the aim to embed firm foundations in the knowledge and skills needed for good future progress. We aim to equip each learner with necessary concepts, attitudes, skills and knowledge to create confident, independent and happy learners who are prepared for adulthood.Page 21'