Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Some children may not make the progress with their learning that we expect, and may be assessed as having Special Educational Needs. These children may be given learning activities in their area of difficulty which are slightly different to the rest of the class, or given some extra adult support in the classroom by a classroom assistant. If we still have concerns about the child's progress then we involve specialist teachers from the Local Authority who are able to provide advice and support. We involve parents at every stage of this process, and follow national guidelines for Special Educational Needs provision.

More-Able Children

Some children within the school population will have special needs resulting from an exceptionally advanced level of ability in a particular area. These children are provided with a high level of challenge in the identified area, so that they are able to work to their potential. We welcome the enrichment which more-able children bring to the life of the school, and we provide a stimulating and appropriately demanding curriculum for them.

More-able children are identified through ongoing teacher assessment and through performance in formal tests. Their names are placed on a register which includes details of the particular provision that will be made for them. Usually this will take the form of classroom activities or homework that is modified according to their particular needs, or by ensuring that they have access to appropriate extra-curricular activities. We keep the parents of these children fully informed of the provision made.