Special Educational Needs at
Barrow
Hall
Primary School
Definition of Special Educational Needs
Children have special educational needs if they have a learning difficulty which calls for special educational provision to be made for them.
(SEN Code of Practice)
This definition includes children who have a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of children of the same age or have a disability which prevents them accessing the educational facilities provided for children of the same age.
How do we identify children who need additional provision?
Through teacher assessment and identification although occasionally children will come to the school having already been identified via pre-school settings. Parents who have concerns about their children can also approach school to discuss how we can support them. At Barrow Hall we follow the procedure laid down by the SEN Code of Practice, details of which can be found in the school's SEN policy which is also to be found on this website.
How do we provide?
Teachers plan all their lessons with differentiation to include support for children who are working below the level of others in their class. This may include varied resources or support from a Teaching Assistant. Often these children need to have the task broken down into smaller chunks or need practical equipment to help them. Wherever possible teachers aim to include the children within the main body of the lesson and will provide support to allow this to happen.
Where appropriate we also plan sessions outside the classroom for children who benefit from working in a smaller group and support some children via 1-1 sessions.
At Barrow Hall we work closely with a range of different agencies to ensure that our children receive the help and support they need to achieve to their full potential. Details of these can be found within the school's SEN policy.
How can parents help?
By working closely with the school and supporting their child in every way possible. Teachers will aim to keep parents informed at every stage of the process. We value the part that parents play in the education of their child and see this very much as a partnership, you often have valuable information about your child and how they are feeling about school. We would also encourage parents to look at the whole child and celebrate what they can do, it does wonders for a childs confidence to know that they are valued.
Useful information
If you are concerned about your child's academic progress or about any other aspect of their learning (behavior, social interactions with others, physical development), your first port of call should always be the class teacher.
The school's SENCo (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator) may become involved at a later stage by contacting outside agencies and providing additional support.
A useful contact for any parents whose child has special educational needs is the Parent Partnership Service. This service provides support and guidance to parents of all children with special educational needs, not only to those with Statements. Their office is based in New Town House,
Buttermarket Street, Warrington, WA1 2NJ
. For further information contact Joan Martin, Parent Partnership Officer on 01925 443130.
