Timetabling in special schools

Last reviewed on 17 June 2019
School types: Special · School phases: All
Ref: 33331

Create your school timetable successfully by following our guidance. Find out what you need to consider before and during the planning process. You can also see examples of timetables from a range of special schools.

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  1. What you need to know before you start
  2. Building your timetable
  3. Examples

What you need to know before you start

Your pupils' needs

You can find these in their education, health and care (EHC) plans.

Map out the interventions that need to take place along with any extra social, emotional or physical needs.

Your school curriculum

Know what needs to be taught in each subject by the end of each half term. Work out how much teaching time needs to be allocated for you to cover this.

Can you meet your pupils' needs and teach everything included in your curriculum maps? If not, you will need to reconsider your curriculum maps.

Prioritise core subjects and any key social, emotional or physical needs that need to be met.

Your staff expertise

Think about whether your staff can fill the range of expertise needed for your school so you

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