Inclusion at Macaulay

Macaulay CE Primary School is an inclusive school, meeting the needs of all children. This includes those with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, emotional and behavioural difficulties, and those for whom English is an Additional Language (EAL). Our goal is to ensure that every pupil has full access to a broad, balanced, rich, and relevant curriculum, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Creative and individualised care is put in place for those who have special, and often challenging, needs. The inclusion manager goes out of their way to resource funding and expertise that make positive differences and improve life chances for vulnerable pupils.

SIAMS Report, 2019

Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

We believe that all pupils, regardless of their specific needs, should receive quality inclusive teaching. This approach helps them make the best possible progress and feel valued within the wider school community.

At Macaulay, we offer a range of support for children with:

• Communication and interaction difficulties
• Cognition and learning challenges
• Social, mental, and health issues
• Sensory and physical needs

We collaborate effectively with other services to meet every pupil's needs, including resources from local authorities and professional support agencies.

The school accurately identifies pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff adapt teaching effectively so that pupils with SEND learn the same curriculum as their peers.

Osfted Report, 2023

Our Commitment

Our Special Educational Needs Policy is designed to promote independent and resilient learners. This policy is integrated into our overall educational approach.

• Special Education Needs Policy - (link here or add content to page )

Parents of children with SEND and those of adopted children feel they are ‘very protected’ by the school.

SIAMS Report, 2019

Contact Us

If you wish to discuss your child's needs or provisions, please speak with your child's class teacher or contact Mrs Cherylyn Larking, our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo), through the school office on 020 7622 1355.

Further Information and Guidance

Parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities may find these resources helpful:

• Family Information Service: A free online resource providing information on childcare, education, family support, and activities for families with children with special needs or disabilities.

• Your local parent carer forum, run by and for parent carers of children or young people (0-25) in Wandsworth with special educational needs and disabilities

• SEND Guide for Parents and Carers: ** A guide from the Department for Education.
• SEND Code of Practice: ** Guidance from the Department for Education.

 

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