Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) provision
At Much Wenlock Primary School we believe passionately in the importance of inclusion and equality for all children and strive to ensure that these values are at the heart of our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) practices.
We will always involve parents and children in key decisions, we know that parents are the first educators of their child and that we need their knowledge and co-operation to plan effectively. We know that the earlier we identify SEND and provide support, the more successful our children will be. We are committed to providing expert support and resources for children with SEND to fulfil their individual potential. Our starting point is to guarantee a whole-school approach to providing for the needs of children with SEND. In other words, we make sure that all staff have the knowledge and skills to support all children, including those with SEND, throughout our School. We are a learning community and believe that it is important to work with other schools to make sure that our SEND knowledge, expertise and skills are up to date.
Our learning is always: understanding, inclusive, sensitive and empathetic. We know that small steps can lead to huge strides and that is what we aim to do for all.
SEND Policies
The policies below give an outline as to how we support children with SEND within our school.
MW SEND Information Report 2024-2025
T3ET-SEND-Policy-Spring-2024
Our School SEND Coordinator
Emma Nicholas (pictured left) is our current SENDCO. She can be contacted via email at sendco@wps.318education.co.uk or by ringing the school directly on 01952 727634.
Our SEND Resources page in the Parents Area of the website is there to help you.
Click here: for our SEND Resources page
When children with SEND join our school, support is put in place for them to succeed. If your child has an EHCP and Much Wenlock Primary School is named on this, then they will be given priority when requesting a place at our school. If your child has been identified as being SEND support in their previous setting, then their application will follow admission procedures as stated in our admissions policy.
If your child is transferring from another nursery or primary school, we will seek to find out as much information as we can prior to your child starting so we can ensure a smooth handover and transition and the best possible start.
We actively encourage parents to speak to the child’s class teacher or SENDCO to discuss any concerns which may arise during transition from one setting to another.
Support for parent carers of children with SEND – Shropshire’s Local Offer
Having access to good quality information to help you understand the world of SEND is important when making decisions about your child’s life.
This is where websites such as the Shropshire’s SEND Local Offer can help you.
The Local Offer sets out in one place useful information and provision for education, health and social care for children and young people in Shropshire who have SEN or are disabled, including those who don’t have education, health, and care (EHC) plans.
The local offer has two main sections. The first is the information section, where services and processes are explained, such as how to get extra help at nursery or school or who to speak to if you’re worried about your child’s progress. This section will introduce you to support that might help your family and help you to understand what is available from a range of services across education, health, social care, support for your family, finance, travel and transport and lots more.
The second section is the service directory. This is a comprehensive list of services, clubs, support groups and businesses that might be of use to your family. It provides a brief introduction to what’s offered and contact details so that you can find out more. There’s also a listing of events and activities for children and young people or for families to enjoy together.
You can also keep up to date with Local Offer news and events by following The Local Offer on Facebook and Twitter.