Eureka Primary School Local Offer

All maintained schools, whether an academy or run by the LEA are legally obliged to have a Local Offer. The offer sets out the expectations on meeting the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs. Derbyshire's Local offer for children with Special Educational Needs can be found here.  Schools must ensure that all pupils, regardless of their specific needs, make the best possible progress. They are expected to be as inclusive as possible, with the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs or disabilities being met in a mainstream setting wherever possible, if families choose this option. Full details of the school's offer can be found in the latest impact report. 

Who are the best people to talk to in this school about my child’s difficulties with learning/ Special Educational Needs or disability (SEND)?

What are the school's responsibilities for SEND?

What are the different types of support available for children with SEND at Eureka Primary School?

How can I let the school know I am concerned about my child’s progress in school?

• If you have concerns about your child’s progress you should speak to your child’s class teacher initially.
• If you are not happy that the concerns are being managed and that your child is still not making progress you should speak to the SENDCO or Headteacher.
• If you are still not happy you can speak to the school SEND Governor.

If you have concerns about your child’s progress you should speak to your child’s class teacher initially.

• If you are not happy that the concerns are being managed and that your child is still not making progress you should speak to the SENDCO or Headteacher.
• If you are still not happy you can speak to the school SEND Governor.

How will the school let me know if they have any concerns about my child’s academic progress?

If your child is identified as not making progress, the school will set up a meeting to discuss this with you in more detail and to:

• Listen to any concerns you may have
• Plan any additional support your child may require
• Discuss with you any referrals to outside professionals to support your child’s learning – this can only be done with your full consent.

Who are the other people providing services to children with an SEND in this school?

• Educational Psychology Service
• Advisory Support Teacher and SEND team in the local Authority
• Specialist training for SEND Teaching Assistants
• Liaise with parents
• Speech and Language Therapy (provided by Health but paid for by the Local Authority).
• MAT Teams / Family Support workers.
• School Nurse
• Occupational Therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Community Paediatrician
• Neurodevelopmental Community Hubs

How are the teachers in school helped to work with children with an SEND and what training do they have?

• The SENDCO’s job is to support the class teacher in planning for children with SEND.
• The school has a training plan for all staff to improve the teaching and learning of children including those with SEND. This includes whole school training on SEND issues such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Speech and Language difficulties. These courses are also offered to Midday supervisors.
• Individual teachers and support staff attend training courses run by outside agencies that are relevant to the needs of specific children in their class e.g. from  Autism Advocates.
• The SENDCO’s job is to support the class teacher in planning for children with SEND.
• The school has a training plan for all staff to improve the teaching and learning of children including those with SEND. This includes whole school training on SEND issues such as ASD and Speech and language difficulties.
• Individual teachers and support staff attend training courses run by outside agencies that are relevant to the needs of specific children in their class e.g from Autism advocates or from the Health Service.

How will the teaching be adapted for my child with SEND?

• Class Teachers plan lessons according to the specific needs of all groups of children in their class, and will ensure that your child’s needs are met.

• Specially trained support staff can adapt the teachers planning to support the needs of your child where necessary.

• Specific resources and strategies will be used to support your child individually and in groups.

• Planning and teaching will be adapted on a daily basis if required, to meet your child’s learning needs. 

How will you measure the progress of my child in school?

• The SENDCo and Headteacher analyse assessment data and discuss children’s needs with staff at a number of points during the year. Children who are not progressing as expected, both academically or socially, are provided with additional support by the Class Teacher. TA time is allocated to that class to allow this to happen more easily. Should this additional support be ineffective, the SENDCo will look for other causes, which may be SEND. Discussions with parents / carers are a vital part of building a rounded picture of the child’s needs. If school has any concerns regarding your child they will arrange a meeting to discuss the concerns with you. School will listen to your comments and plan for any additional support needed. If the school feels a referral to an outside agency is required to support your child’s learning, this will be discussed with you and explained.

• Referrals to specialist services are made where pupils fail to make progress so that the most appropriate support can be provided, but will not be carried out without your consent.  At Eureka, we strongly believe in working with parents to secure the best outcomes for pupils.

• Small steps assessment documents measure the progress of those pupils working below Age related expectations and ensure that progress is made, even if this progress is below the threshold needed to move across whole school assessment bands. This document tracks pupils progress throughout the year and links to IEP targets. It also is important to ensure pupils achievements are recognised and that work is pitched at the appropriate levels.

   

  Pupils who are Looked after by the Local authority are also supported through the Designated teacher and the Virtual school. Termly meetings are held to discuss progress and the support needed for the child.

What support do we have for you as a parent of child with an SEND?

• The class teacher is regularly available to discuss your child’s progress or any concerns you may have and to share information about what is working well at home and school so similar strategies can be used.

• The SENDCO is available to meet with you to discuss your child’s progress or any concerns/worries you may have.

This can be done in person, via email (white.j.01@eureka.derbyshire.sch.uk) or by phone 01283 216451.

All information from outside professionals will be discussed with you and any reports shared as soon as they are available.

• IEP’s will be reviewed and shared with you so you know how well your child is doing towards their targets.

• A home/school contact book may be used to support communication with you, when this has been agreed to be useful for you and your child.

If you live in Derbyshire you can contact the information, advice and support service on:  https://www.derbyshireiass.co.uk. This service can provide support for SEND families or call the Advice Line Monday to Friday 9.30 - 3.00pm. You can leave a message outside these times and they will call you back as soon as possible. Phone 01629 533668

How is Eureka Primary School accessible to children with SEND?

• The building is accessible to children with physical disability. We ensure that all equipment used is accessible to all children regardless of their needs.
• Extra-curricular activities are accessible for children with SEND.

How will we support your child when they are leaving this school or moving on to another class?

Within school:

When moving classes in school the SENDCo and teachers ensure that information is passed on to the new class teacher in advance and in most cases, a planning meeting will take place with the new teacher. All IEP’s will be shared with the new teacher. There will be opportunities for extra visits to their new class so that they can familiarise themselves with the classroom and get to know the adults who will be working with them. A photographic passport or a one page profile may be made to support your child in helping them understand moving on.

To the Next School :

We work with the child, their family and the next school to ensure, as is reasonably practical, the successful transfer of the child to the next stage in their education. This may involve the sharing of successful practice, additional visits to ensure facilities are ready and the planning of new training for the receiving school. The SENDCo can support families in visiting specialist provisions so that the right placement can be found when pupils leave Eureka and works closely with the SENDCO at the new school to ensure the support is in place before the pupil arrives.

 In year 6, the child’s final IEP focuses upon the skills they will require in secondary school and resources are made and used to support this. Where the secondary school is known, relevant staff will be invited to attend the final review so that the correct provision can be written into the report and be a useful document for the Secondary school. When children move to a school outside of the locality, we make every effort to build relationships with the new school and provide all relevant information. We have also held meetings with staff, outside agencies and parents / carers prior to a child with SEND joining us from an outside early years provider to ensure their successful transition into our school.

Children who are vulnerable or require additional support regarding transition will also be supported through an intervention group in the summer term.

J White SENDCo