At Christ Church, we believe that every child is unique and deserves to feel happy, safe and successful at school.

We are proud to be an inclusive school where children of all abilities learn, grow and thrive together. We work hard to ensure that every child receives the support they need to achieve their potential, develop confidence and enjoy school life.

Whether a child needs a little extra help for a short period or more specialised support over time, we work closely with families to ensure the right support is in place.

What is SEND?

SEND stands for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

A child may have SEND if they need additional support to help them learn, communicate, make progress or access school life in the same way as their peers.

Children may need support in areas such as:

• Speech, language and communication
• Social interaction and communication
• Learning and cognition
• Emotional wellbeing and mental health
• Physical or sensory needs

SEND at Christ Church

We are proud of our inclusive approach and our expertise in supporting children with a wide range of needs.

Currently, around 20 pupils in total have special educational needs and within these , 13 pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and 8 of these pupils access our specialist provision, St Joseph's.

Our SEND profile reflects our commitment to supporting children with a range of additional needs, including those with more complex requirements.

How We Support Children

Support looks different for every child because every child is different.

This may include:

• High-quality classroom teaching adapted to meet individual needs
• Small group support
• Individual interventions
• Communication and language programmes
• Emotional wellbeing support
• Visual resources and structured routines
• Specialist advice from outside professionals

Teachers, support staff and the SENDCo work together to ensure support is carefully planned and regularly reviewed.

St Joseph's Provision

St Joseph's is our specialist provision for children with more complex needs.

The provision offers:

• Smaller teaching groups
• Personalised learning programmes
• Specialist communication support
• Opportunities to develop independence and confidence
• Close partnership working with families and professionals

Children accessing St Joseph's remain an important part of the wider Christ Church community and take part in school life wherever appropriate.

Working Together With Families

Parents and carers are their child's first and most important teachers.

We believe that children make the best progress when school and home work together.

We will:

• Listen to your views and concerns
• Keep you informed about your child's progress
• Involve you in decisions about support
• Meet regularly to review progress
• Work together to celebrate successes and address challenges

No concern is too small. We encourage parents to speak to us as early as possible if they have questions about their child's development or learning.

Support From Other Professionals

Sometimes children benefit from support from specialists outside school.

We work closely with services including:

• Speech and Language Therapy (SALT)
• Occupational Therapy (OT)
• Educational Psychology
• CAMHS
• Inclusion Services
• Early Years Support Teams
• Health professionals and local authority services

Working together helps us provide the best possible support for each child.

Emotional Wellbeing

A child who feels safe, valued and understood is better able to learn.

We place great importance on emotional wellbeing and nurturing positive relationships.

Support may include:

• Pastoral support
• Emotional regulation strategies
• Social skills support
• Nurture-based approaches
• Support from specialist services where needed

Extra-Curricular Activities and School Trips

We want all children to enjoy the full life of the school.

Children with SEND are encouraged and supported to take part in:

• School trips
• Clubs
• Sports activities
• Performances and events
• Leadership opportunities

We make reasonable adjustments wherever needed so that every child can participate.

Concerned About Your Child?

If you have concerns about your child's learning, development or wellbeing, please speak to your child's class teacher in the first instance.

You can also contact our SENDCo, who will be happy to discuss any questions or concerns you may have.

Contact Us

SENDCo: Mrs Baverstock
Telephone: 020 7624 4967