Integrated Thematic Yearly Plan – Junior & Senior Infants Autism Class
This resource provides a full school year of integrated thematic planning tailored for an infant-level autism class. Each month is carefully structured around child-friendly themes that connect literacy, numeracy, SESE, music, art, and sensory activities in a meaningful and accessible way.
The plan is designed to:
Support Junior & Senior Infants working at a range of ability levels.
Provide integrated learning opportunities across subjects through engaging monthly themes.
Include clear links to vocabulary, phonics, books, songs, and maths topics to promote consistency and routine.
Offer differentiated activities and sensory-friendly suggestions that can be adapted to meet individual needs.
Plan for children who require curriculum access support, including minimally speaking children and AAC users, ensuring communication and engagement are supported in every theme.
Save teachers time with a ready-to-use framework that aligns with Irish curriculum strands while remaining flexible for child-led learning.
This yearly plan ensures a balanced, thematic approach where learning is accessible, structured, and engaging for all children in an autism-specific setting.