MSI Unit Curriculum - Sense

MSI Unit Curriculum: Phase 1Once pupils have developed trust in their keyworkers and are familiar withconsistent daily routines, occasional changes may be introduced (for example,using a different set of sound-makers). The aim is for pupils to recognise thatthe experience is different without becoming withdrawn or distressed, not forthem to continue to learn other things whilst experiencing change. Any unusualresponse by a pupil during a routine is interpreted as communicative, with thecontext of the routine used to help identify meaning.Pupils’ distress during less familiar activities (once reasons such as tirednessor hunger have been discounted) is read as a sign that they need to retreat toa familiar space and a preferred, calming activity before attempting furtherchange.32