Inclusion/SEND
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
The vision for Springdale First School is, "Every Child Matters", which means that every child will fulfil their potential. Underpinning this are the high aspirations and expectations which all members of the school community have for each child.
Some children have a Special Educational Need or disability, which means that they require educational provision which is different or additional to the provision that meets the needs of the majority of children.
There is no place at our school for discrimination of any kind, and we take our duty with regard to equality and inclusion seriously.
Information regarding Springdale's approach to ensuring that the needs of all children are met is detailed in our SEND policy and the School's Core Offer. These documents may be accessed by following the links below or by contacting the school office.
At Springdale First School, we work in close partnership with parents and carers and encourage any concerns about SEND support to be raised as early as possible so they can be resolved promptly. In the first instance, parents and carers should speak to their child’s class teacher or the SENCo to discuss their concerns and agree the next steps. If concerns remain, they may be referred to the Headteacher, who will work with families to seek a positive resolution. Should the matter still be unresolved, parents and carers may follow the school’s formal complaints procedure, which includes escalation to the governing body where appropriate. Parents and carers are also signposted to independent advice and support services, such as SENDiass and retain the right to contact the local authority if required. Our aim throughout is to listen carefully, communicate openly and ensure that the needs of every SEND child are supported effectively and sensitively.
If you wish to discuss any matter relating to SEND please contact Miss Debbie Budden (Headteacher) or Mrs Simonne Burgess (Inclusion Leader - SEND/PP/attendance) at the school.