Cognition

 

Cognition 

At Ash Trees Academy we view the teaching of cognition as a key component in the development of understanding of key concepts and principles that support thinking and the ability to learn.  In Pathway 1, 2 and 3, these principles form the foundation of building blocks of what eventually becomes Maths and Science in Pathway 4.

Pupils are taught appropriate skills and knowledge such as number recognition, counting, recognising shapes and position and direction.  This is also taught alongside some of the investigative skills of Science such as prediction, cause and effect and observation.

Lessons take place amongst practical resources and activities as well as in contexts which link to themes to interest and engage pupils in learning.