SEND
At Abbey CofE Infant School and Nursery we want everyone to shine brightly. We want every child to reach their full potential academically, spiritually, socially, morally, physically and emotionally.
Every child is unique and we strive to support all children to enable them to achieve their best. Many steps are taken to support our pupils on their learning journey.
Quality first teaching for all is a priority; however for some children there are occasions when additional support is required.
A child is considered to have special educational needs if he or she has a learning difficulty which needs special education provision.
A child with a learning difficulty finds it more difficult to learn than the majority of other children the same age. Or they might have a disability which hinders them from making use of resources and facilities that are generally provided for others.
We have a dedicated team who support children by providing the extra support they need so they can access and enjoy the full school curriculum. We want every child to have the knowledge they need to succeed in life.
Information about how we support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can be found in our policy for SEND and our SEND Information Report. Both of these can be found below.
If you have any questions or are worried about the progress your child is making then please talk to your child's class teacher or our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo), Miss Boulstridge.
Together we can make a real difference.
Elm Resource Provision
We are excited to be able to provide this provision for the children of Warwickshire with the support of the Local Authority.
Elm Class is a Warwickshire Resource Provision based within Abbey CofE Infant School which allows children to attend mainstream school, whilst accessing specialist provision. Elm meets the needs of children with communication and interaction (C&I) needs including autistic spectrum conditions (ASC) and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN). Children in this provision will all have an Education, Health and Care plan and placement is agreed by the Local Authority Provision Panel.
To find out more information, please use the link below.
How our curriculum meets the needs of children with SEND
Warwickshire Local Offer
Warwickshire County Council provide a range of services to support children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Working Together Charter for SEND
A county-wide charter has been launched in Warwickshire, aimed at improving services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The Working Together Charter, sets out a commitment for how partners across the local area will work together to ensure the voices of families with special educational needs and disabilities are heard in the development of SEND services.
Warwickshire Schools' Inclusion Charter
Inclusion is everyone's responsibility. It is the aim and the vision of Warwickshire County Council that all schools are places where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported and welcome. We will work together to enable all our children and young people in Warwickshire to lead a fulfilling life and be part of their community. This charter sets out what all children and young people and their families should expect from schools in Warwickshire, in line with the SEND code of Practice.
Warwickshire SEND Local Offer
What is Warwickshire's SEND local offer?
Warwickshire’s SEND local offer brings together information about the local services and support available across education, health and social care for families with children and young people aged 0 to 25, who have special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Warwickshire SENDIASS
Warwickshire SEND Information Advice and Support service (SENDIAS) offers free support to parents and carers of Warwickshire children and young people with any special educational needs and disabilities from 0 - 25 years of age.
Parent Support and Information
If you would like information on any area of special educational needs or family support then please follow the links below. If you can't find what you need then please come into school and ask.
RISE Primary Mental Health Team
Parents and carers can book a one off consultation with a specialist primary mental health clinician where advice and strategies can be given. This will be via telephone contact for the time being. This can be accessed by emailing risecommunityoffer@covwarkpt.nhs.uk or calling the following number 07917504682 to book.
Primary Mental Health Service
Information and Advice for Neurodivergent Children - Autism and ADHD Support
Speech and Language Therapy
Providing support for children with communication difficulties.
Physiotherapy
Providing support for children who have gross motor difficulties.
Occupational Therapy
Providing support for sensory and fine motor activities.
Family Information Service
Providing families with support so that you can access the correct service to support you.