Palm Readers

Links between BSL and mainstream class topics have been evident In BSL lessons across the school. All children have benefited from the opportunity to revisit topic vocabulary and to learn the signs for these terms. Children have enjoyed learning signed songs and performed with enthusiasm and confidence. 

Turn Signs - EYFS

In Nursery children learnt the vocabulary connected to Summer, holidays and different summer activities. They enjoyed taking turns and taking part. 

Signs of the Seasons - KS1

In Year 2 children learnt the BSL signs for the topic of ‘plants and growing’. They showed excellent recall of previous learning as well, discussing the vocabulary learnt in the Spring term too. 

Confident Communicators - LKS1

Year 5 explored the theme “Rainforest and Explorers” in BSL, linked to the class topic. They learned signs for rainforest animals, weather, and nature. Pupils also practised how to use dialogue in BSL, building short conversations between characters. Through role-play and storytelling, they developed expressive signing and their confidence in using full BSL sentences.

Hands-atlantic Linguists - UKS2

Year 6 explored BSL through fun and expressive activities. They learned the difference between ASL and BSL and practised signing their country names in different languages. They developed the vocabulary to sign foods and drinks (Pre-Level 1), They also built their confidence by performing the song Roar in BSL and took part in debates, games, drama, and peer-teaching. A brilliant end to their BSL journey!