Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
Our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities policy is in line with the new national Code of Practice 2014. The full policy can be found on the website under the Policies section. We do not discriminate against pupils with SEND and we do all that we can to meet the needs of a wide range of SEND pupils. These fall into 4 main categories: Communication and Interaction, Cognition and Learning, Social, Emotional and Mental Health and Sensory and/or Physical.
At our school all teachers are teachers of SEND pupils and the majority of our pupils have their needs met within the classroom setting. However, teachers consult the SENDCo if they have additional concerns about any pupils and sometimes additional interventions may be put in place to support these children – this is SEN Support. Provision will be outlined on a class provision map. If further advice is needed then the SENDCo may seek support from outside agencies.
Parents will be consulted at the earliest opportunity and we aim to work together with parents to ensure maximum progress. Regular meetings are held to which parents are invited. Pupils will also be involved in planning and reviewing according to their age and level of understanding. Sometimes pupils may have an Individual Education Plan (IEP) outlining the specific targets that are being worked on. Progress is reviewed at least three times a year.
If children require further input that is beyond the normal provision then they may need an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) assessment. This is only carried out in circumstances when the needs of the pupil cannot be met following the other interventions provided. Sometimes members of staff may require additional training to help them meet the needs of SEND pupils. This may take place outside of school or as whole school training.
We have good links with the pre-school and Guilsborough Secondary Academy in order to ensure smooth transitions for all of our pupils.
Funding for SEND is through delegated resources from the school budget. The school can also apply for high needs funding if there are additional needs and funding can be available if a child has an EHCP.
If parents or carers have any complaints regarding SEND then they should consult the class teacher in the first instance. If further information is required then the SENDCo and/or Head teacher should be consulted. The SEND governors can also be contacted if necessary.
Our SEND Report
Use the link below to access our most recent Special Educational Needs Information Report. The purpose of this report is to give information about how the school implements the Special Educational Needs Policy which you can find on our policies page.
Our SENDCo
The school's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo) is Mrs D. Holcombe and the governor with responsibility for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities is Mr G Leah, who can be contacted via the school office.
The Local Offer
West Northamptonshire’s Local Offer details services available for children and young people (aged 0 to 25) with special educational needs and disabilities in West Northamptonshire.
Independent advice and information can also be sought from the Parent Partnership Service (NPPS).
Accessibility Plan
You can view our Accessibility Plan by clicking here.
