PSHE Yoga We follow the Yoga at School Programme which combines yoga poses with games and songs. Each session follows a structure to include Yoga poses, breathing exercises, chanting or relaxation techniques. The benefits of Yoga Improving motor control and motor planning skills Developing physical strength, muscle tone and balance Promoting flexibility and correcting postural …
PSHE Student Council Fairfield School has a Student Council made up of pupils from all departments. They meet once a month to discuss topics that are hot on their agenda. This is their opportunity to put their thoughts to the School and bring forward any further ideas they may have for exciting enrichment days at Fairfield. …
PSHE Street Bikes The students take part in regular cycling sessions at Spen Valley cycle track with the ‘Streetbikes’ charity. There are a range of different bikes available to use and the students really enjoy cycling round the track, either by themselves or in pairs with a member of staff or their peers. The sessions …
PSHE Social Community Groups At Fairfield school we run a number of communication groups these include: Social Interaction groups Social communication involves awareness of self and others. The skills of social communication include: Joint (shared) attention Proximity Eye- gaze Facial expression Body language Prosody (volume, speed, tone of voice) Turn-taking AAC High Tech communication group …
PSHE Peer Massage The Massage in Schools Programme (MISP) is an inclusive programme of positive touch activities and peer massage. It is used in schools and children’s organisations throughout the world. The clothed massage is: Given by the children, to each other Restricted to the back, head, arms and hands Given and received with the …
PSHE Massage Therapy Aromatherapy massage reduces anxiety and supports access to learning. It also develops emotional regulation skills. Aromatherapy is the use of Essential Oils which are derived from plants, trees and shrubs. The oils are plant hormones which work in conjunction with our hormones so therefore can be used to calm, relax or refresh. Aromatherapy can be delivered …
PSHE Horse Therapy Horse Therapy is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions between children and horses. Horse Therapy involves activities (such as grooming, feeding, haltering and leading a horse) that are supervised by a mental health professional, often with the support of a horse professional. What are the Benefits of Horse Therapy? Studies …
PSHE Community Visits Students participate in community visits to supermarkets, local shops and cafes, sports facilities, including the gym and swimming baths, community gardens and theatres. During such visits students learn how to use local amenities, develop life skills such as handling and using money, communication when ordering food or asking where products are within …
PSHE Cafe The Post 16 students of Fairfield School launched their new venture ‘The Mug Shot’ right here in school. Parents, Carers and visitors are most welcome to drop in for a tea or coffee and a nice slice of homemade cake. The cafe provides our students with a realistic work experience opportunity in a …
PSHE Music Therapy Music therapy is an established clinical discipline which is widely used to help people whose lives have been affected by injury, illness or disability. Music therapy is a method of creative communication which takes place within a therapeutic relationship developed over a series of regular sessions. These sessions can be 1:1 or …
