Special Education Needs & Disability (SEND)
(please see the full website for more details)

The governing body aims to ensure that pupils with disabilities are not treated less favourably for a reason relating to their disability. 

How do you know?

We know if a child needs extra help if concerns are raised by parents/teachers/previous setting such as pre-school or nursery.  Also if the child is not making expected progress or working significantly below the level expected for their age or if health service identify specific needs or disability.

I think my child has SEND?

If you have concerns about your child, the first person to talk to is the child's class teacher.  If you require more information you can also speak to the SENCo - Mrs Slee or the Headteacher.

How will you suport my child?

We use a range of stratergies and methods to support your child.  This may include focussed support within lessons, as part of a small group or on an individual basis. It may also include intervention groups for additional support.  If required we can provide additional or specific resources.  We also support children with social difficulties using a range of methods such as social skills groups, peer mentoring and 1:1 time to talk. Adaptations to the school environment would be made (if possible) to take account of any physical disabilities.

Matching the curriculum to my child?

All our teachers are trained in differentiating the curriculum to meet the needs of all children with attention to their specific abilities.  We are a dyslexia friendly school and staff are also trained in how to adapt lessons to meet the needs such as ASD, Speech, Language & Communication needs and social, behavioural & emotional needs.

Extra-curricular activities/ trips?

Arrangements can be made to take account of  individual children so that they can participate fully. Additional risk assessments are carried out where appropriate in order to ensure that all children will be safe when taking part in school trips.  This may include consultations with parents, depending on the nature of the trip or activity.

Support for overall wellbeing?

A range of pastoral support is offered.  This may include additional provision to develop self-esteem, providing opportunities to develop leadership skills and ensuring all children are fully aware to what to do if they have a problem.

What services are available?

The school has access to additional services and expert advice from a range of external agencies.  This includes Behaviour Support, Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychology, Inclusion Support, School Nurse, Social Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Vision Support and Hearing Support teams.

How accessible is the school?

The school is a single storey building which has been built to be wheelchair accessible.  We also have a disabled toilet and shower facilities.  The majority of the outdoor space is wheelchair accessible, however we do have a hill and a forest which may not be fully accessible to wheelchair users.

Support for my child's transistiion?

Prior to joining the school in Reception, the school are notified if a child will be starting who has SEND and with whom the Early Years Inclusion Team have been involved.  A transition meeting will be held where parents, carers, staff from the current setting and professionals involved will be invited to contribute to a transition plan for the child.  This may include a range of arrangements such as additional visits to the school, photo books and home visits.  When a child joins from another primary school, the SENCo of the child's current school will pass on information about the child's needs and current support they are receiving. (This also happens when a child moves to secondary school or new primary school.)   Visits may also be arranged before the child starts with us.  When moving from year to year, the child will be supported by being given the opportunity to meet their new teacher more than once, have additional visits to the new classroom, and be given the opportunity to take photos home over the summer holidays.

Does school receive funding?

Schools receive funding for children, including those with SEND, and needs are met from this budget (including equipment).  The Local Authority may contribute more money to support the school to meet more complex needs.

Who can I contact for more info?

If you require more information, or wish to discuss yor child's specific needs and requirements, please contact the school SENCo (Mrs Vicki Slee).  We have a SEN policy which can be found on the school website.  Parents can also access impartial advice and support from Supportive Parents - www.supportiveparents.org.uk.  Leaflets can be found in the foyer.