Defines the criteria for admitting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
Includes provisions for reviewing individual needs and ensuring appropriate placements.
2. Inclusion and Equality Policy
Ensures equal opportunities for all students, regardless of their special educational 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 and specialised equipment).
Describes how Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) are developed, implemented and reviewed.
4. Behaviour Management and Discipline Policy
Tailored to the needs of students with SEN.
Includes positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations for behaviour.
5. Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
Focuses on the safety and wellbeing of students with SEN.
Includes 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, learning materials and assistive technologies.
7. Individual Education Plans (IEPs) Policy
Describes the process for developing, implementing and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with SEN.
Involves collaboration with parents, carers and external professionals.
8. Staff Training and Development Policy
Focuses on providing ongoing professional development for staff in best practice for SEN education.
Includes specialised training to support students with a range of learning needs.
9. Communication and Engagement Policy
Sets out how the school communicates with parents, carers and external agencies.
Ensures regular updates on student progress and encourages involvement in decision-making.
10. Assessment and Monitoring Policy
Describes how student progress is assessed and monitored.
Includes alternative methods of assessment for students who may find traditional examinations challenging.
11. Wellbeing and Mental Health Support Policy
Focuses on providing emotional and psychological support for students with SEN.
Includes access to counselling, social skills development and peer support programmes.
12. Transition and Post-16 Policy
Provides guidance on supporting students as they transition from primary to secondary education, or from school into post-16 education, training or employment.
Ensures a smooth transition through personalised support tailored to individual needs.
13. Curriculum Adaptation and Flexibility Policy
Ensures that the curriculum is adapted to meet the diverse needs of students.
Includes alternative learning pathways and vocational programmes for students who may not follow a traditional academic route.
14. External Agency and Specialist Support Policy
Describes how the school works collaboratively with external professionals (e.g. speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and educational psychologists).
Outlines the process for referring students for specialist assessments and support.
15. Medication and Healthcare Policy
Provides procedures for managing medication and supporting students with medical conditions.
Includes protocols for emergency medical situations and individual healthcare plans.
16. Student Participation and Voice Policy
Encourages students with SEN to have a voice in decisions about their education.
Includes opportunities for students to contribute to setting their own learning goals.
17. Anti-Bullying and Respect Policy
Promotes an inclusive and supportive school environment that is free from bullying and discrimination.
Recognises and addresses the unique challenges that students with SEN may experience in social situations.
18. Risk Assessment Policy
Ensures a safe learning environment by identifying and managing risks specific to students with SEN.
Includes procedures for off-site activities and educational visits.
