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SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) Information

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SEND

We are committed to providing an inclusive education that supports the needs of all our students. We recognise that some students may require additional support to help them achieve their full potential.

 

This page outlines how we identify and support students with special educational needs and/or disabilities, in line with the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and our duties under the Children and Families Act 2014.

Our SEND Vision

We aim to:

  • Create a fully inclusive environment that values all learners
  • Provide graduated  support to enable all students with SEND to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally
  • Work in partnership with parents, carers, and external agencies to meet the needs of every young person
  • Support Personal Development in school, to ensure that all students are prepared for adulthood with high aspirations and a clear pathway to independence and achievement

Our SEND Offer

We follow the graduated approach of assess, plan, do, review to ensure early identification and effective support. Support may include:

  • High-quality teaching with reasonable adjustments
  • In-class support and small group interventions
  • Targeted support plans (e.g. Pupil Passports/Profiles )
  • Referrals to external professionals (e.g. Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist)
  • Support for transition at key stages/Access to the SEND Hub for additional interventions

Meet Our SEND Team

If you have any questions or concerns about SEND at Netherthorpe School, please contact our dedicated SEND team:

If you are concerned about your child’s SEND provision, we encourage you to speak first to the SENDCo or a senior leader. If issues remain unresolved, please refer to our school’s Complaints Policy for formal steps.

Keeping the SEND Information Report Up to Date

Policies & Forms – Netherthorpe School

We review our SEND Information Report annually and whenever significant changes occur in provision. The latest update was completed in March 2026

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