Communication, Interaction & Language at St Piers School
At St Piers School, every student is supported to develop their understanding and use of English through a highly personalised approach. Communication underpins independence, life skills, and access to all areas of the curriculum.
We use a total communication approach, combining spoken and written language with a range of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) methods. These may include:
- Signing and gesture
- Symbols, objects, and touch cues
- Songs and sensory cues
- Eye gaze, switches, and electronic AAC
Our My Communication, Interaction & Language curriculum includes the teaching of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. We follow the Twinkl Phonics programme, adapting it to meet the needs of every learner and ensure accessibility.
Teaching takes place both discreetly and through cross-curricular activities, embedded across the school day. Lessons are designed with flexibility to reflect individual learning journeys, with students taught in small groups and 1:1 where needed.
Communication is central to everything we do and is delivered through a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring students can understand the world around them and their role within it.