SEND
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Rushmere Hall Primary School values the abilities and achievements of ALL its children, and is committed to providing for each the best possible environment for learning.
We recognise the entitlement of all pupils to a balanced, broadly based curriculum. Our Special Education Needs policy acknowledges the need for teaching that is fully inclusive. The Governing Body ensures that appropriate provision is made for all pupils with SEN.
SEN Admissions
For general admissions information, please visit our Admissions page.
Before applying Parents must visit the school and meet with the SENCO to your childs need. We will be honest about what we are able to provide and what we are not able to provide. Our SEN Information Report explains what provision this school can offer in more detail.
If your child has an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP), it is important that you visit the school, look at the provision and meet with the SENCO before choosing to name Rushmere Hall Primary School on the EHCP.
If you have any questions about SEN admissions, read our SEN Admissions FAQs (below) or get in touch with the school.
Please visit our Specialist Teaching Provisions page for information about our Speech and Language Hub and Hearing Specialist Base. Please note - the admissions process for the Specialist Teaching Provision from the normal admissions process.
Intent – what are we aiming for?
We aim to:
- provide a differentiated curriculum appropriate to the individual’s needs and ability.
- ensure the identification of all children requiring SEN provision as early as possible in their school career.
- ensure that parents of children with SEN are kept fully informed of their progress and attainment.
- We recognise that many children will experience special needs at some time during their school life. Whilst many factors contribute to the range of difficulties experienced by some children, we believe that much can be done to overcome them by parents, teachers and children working together.
Implementation – how do we achieve this?
Impact – what differences are we making?
Support & Guidance
Support for SEND children with low level mental health and behavioural needs
The document below details a number of really useful resources to help parents to support their children: organisations, online guidance and YouTube videos. All links to the resources are in the documents.
Special Education Needs and Disability Information Advice and Support Service SENDIASS
Click image to access the local authority SENDIASS website.
The National Autistic Society
Click image to access the NAS. Excellent guidance and links to additional support.
The British Dyslexia Association
Click image to access. Excellent guidance for parents, schools and employers about dyslexia.
Young Minds
Click image to access. Positive guidance for parents around ADHD, Bipolar, depression, anxiety and OCD.
Concerns or complaints about SEN provision at this school?
In the first instance, please discuss your concerns with Ms Mackay (SENCO).
Escalate any concerns to Mrs Rogers (Head of School).