SEND
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SEND stands for Special Educational Needs
Our Senco is Mrs Jemma Travis. She is responsible for ensuring that children with special educational needs are identified and supported in the best way we can offer. She will liaise with outside agencies and our staff to plan interventions and personalised learning plans to enable every child to flourish and learn.
The school works with a number of outside agencies such as the Dyslexia Outreach Team (DOT), County Inclusive Support Service (CISS), our linked Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Play and Art Therapists, a linked Educational Psychologist and the Hearing and Visual impairments team.
Please do not hesitate to request a meeting via the school office if you have concerns about your child's learning and progress. It is always good to talk to your child's class teacher first but Mrs Travis is always happy to arrange a phone call or meeting where possible. You can also send her a direct email using the following address; sendco@sthelensprimary.net
The following links provide support and guidance
SENDIASS - confidential and impartial information, advice and support service on issues related to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).
Suffolk Local Offer - clear, accessible and accurate information about the services available for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Suffolk Parent Hub - a single place for Suffolk parents or carers to find parenting advice and support to help their child's development.
Suffolk SEND Strategy - a regular update for parents and carers to keep you informed about what is being done to implement Suffolk’s SEND Strategy.