Creating an immersive learning

environment at Hartsholme Academy.

Jon Chapman

What does immersion look

like?

An immersive environment consists of...

Sensory experiences - sights, sounds and smells

Memorable experiences Learning for comfort - flexible learning

spacesIndependent learners

Mixed with technology to heighten experiences and learning

The benefits

• Learning is exciting and fun for staff and student!

• 100% engagement with learning

• Independent learning

• Transferable skills

Interweaving challenge based learning and immersion. Children are set challenges -

carefully structured learning and success outcomes.

Children are guided and facilitators ensure children are making

progress

Children work towards outcomes in their own ways - independent

learning

Assessment is peer guided and supported showing independence

skills