Policies and Procedures

1. SEN Admission Policy

  • Defines criteria for admitting students with special educational needs.
  • Includes provisions for reviewing individual needs and ensuring suitable placements.

 

2. Inclusion and Equality Policy

  • Ensures equal opportunities for all students, irrespective of their special needs.
  • Focuses on removing barriers to learning and participation in school activities.

 

3. SEN Support and Provision Policy

  • Outlines the types of support available (e.g., learning support assistants, specialized equipment).
  • Describes how individual learning plans (ILPs) are created and implemented.

 

4. Behaviour Management and Discipline Policy

  • Tailored to the needs of students with SEN.
  • Includes positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations for behavior.

 

5. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

  • Focuses on the safety and welfare of students with SEN.
  • Special procedures for identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns.

 

6. Accessibility and Inclusion Policy

  • Ensures that the school environment is accessible to students with physical, sensory, and other disabilities.
  • Includes provisions for accessible facilities, materials, and technologies.

 

7. Individual Education Plans (IEPs) Policy

  • Describes the process for creating and reviewing Individual Education Plans for students with SEN.
  • Involves collaboration with parents, caregivers, and external professionals.

 

8. Staff Training and Development Policy

  • Focuses on providing ongoing professional development for staff on best practices in SEN education.
  • Includes specialized training on supporting students with a variety of learning needs.

 

9. Communication and Engagement Policy

  • Sets out how the school communicates with parents, caregivers, and external agencies.
  • Ensures regular updates on student progress and involvement in decision-making.

 

10. Assessment and Monitoring Policy

  • Describes how student progress is assessed and monitored.
  • Includes alternative forms of assessment for students who may struggle with traditional exams.

 

11. Well-being and Mental Health Support Policy

  • Focuses on providing emotional and psychological support for students with SEN.
  • Includes access to counseling, social skills training, and peer support programs.

 

12. Transition and Post-16 Policy

  • Provides guidance on transitioning students from primary to secondary education or from school to post-16 education or work placements.
  • Ensures a smooth transition, with support tailored to individual needs.

 

13. Curriculum Adaptation and Flexibility Policy

  • Ensures that the curriculum is adapted to suit the diverse needs of students.
  • Includes alternative learning pathways or vocational programs for students who may not follow the traditional academic route.

 

14. External Agency and Specialist Support Policy

  • Describes how the school collaborates with external professionals (e.g., speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists).
  • Outlines the process for referring students for specialist assessments and support.

 

15. Medication and Health Care Policy

  • Provides procedures for managing medication and medical conditions for students with SEN.
  • Includes protocols for emergency medical situations and individualized health care plans.

 

16. Student Participation and Voice Policy

  • Encourages students with SEN to have a say in decisions about their education.
  • Includes provisions for involving students in setting their own learning goals.

 

17. Anti-Bullying and Respect Policy

  • Focuses on creating an inclusive, supportive school environment free from bullying or discrimination.
  • Addresses the unique challenges faced by students with SEN in social interactions.

 

18. Risk Assessment Policy

  • Ensures a safe learning environment by identifying and mitigating risks specific to students with SEN.
  • Includes protocols for off-site activities and educational trips.