Photography Curriculum for SEN Learners 8-12
**Creative photography curriculum for SEN learners aged 8-12. **
Designed for ADHD, autistic and AuDHD pupils. Works on any phone, tablet or camera.
What this is
Level 1 of a complete photography curriculum, written directly to the learner. Each pupil works through it at their own pace, with a teacher, TA or parent alongside as much or as little as they need.
Written by Paul Hands, a professional photographer with 14 years of experience teaching photography to children and teenagers, including many neurodivergent learners.
How every module works
Every module follows the same six pages in the same order, so learners always know what comes next:
Mission: what this module is about
Learn: one idea, explained plainly
Learn: the next idea
Steps: a tick-box list to follow
Challenge: three choices, the learner picks one
My Photos: space for their own photographs
Designed for neurodivergent learners
Large fonts and plenty of clear space on every page
Short sentences, one idea per page
Literal wording throughout, free of idioms and sayings
Calm, encouraging language
Short safety lines on every outdoor task
A certificate of completion at the end
Neutral covers and certificates
The book and certificate carry the title “Creative Photography Curriculum for Kids”. SEN and neurodivergent wording stays off the pages the learner sees, which suits pupils who are conscious of feeling different.
What learners build
Practical skills in using a camera, working with light and composition, and reflecting on their own work. This is a skills foundation and sits comfortably ahead of GCSE Photography or Arts-based enrichment.
Who it suits
SEN schools, alternative provisions, resource bases, nurture groups, 1:1 intervention, and home education.
Level 2 and the Teen curriculum (ages 13-18) are available from PH-ART-ED.
