Week 1 Thursday 28th September (10:30am-1:45pm) (3.5h)
Today marked the commencement of my placement, a day dedicated to establishing connections, not only with my surroundings, but also with these young learners. I found myself in the vibrant P1/P2 class, a group of eight little individuals, each with their distinctive mode of communication. Alongside me, there’s the guiding presence of the teacher and wonderfully supportive classroom assistants.
During our circle time, we delved into some lively autumn songs, and we even incorporated leaves from outside to infuse a natural element. In this environment, we were delving into elements of music therapy, purposefully utilizing music and sensory components to connect with the non-verbal students. We introduced autumn-themed songs and introduced leaves to create a comprehensive sensory experience. The primary objective was to encourage communication and self-expression in a therapeutic, musical manner.