The needs of children are met through Quality First teaching which differentiates the broad and balanced curriculum we offer at Marsh Green to meet the individual needs of children appropriately. Additional provision is made where children need further support to access the curriculum. 

We have internal processes for monitoring quality of provision and assessment of need as part of the Performance Management cycle, termly reviews and monitoring of the impact and outcomes of interventions. 

Planning 

- Your child’s needs will be met within the class, supported by high quality teaching, including lesson planning that takes account of the needs of each child. 

- The progress of all children is reviewed on a regular basis. 

- If it is felt your child needs more support, we will meet to discuss the next appropriate steps. Children who we are a little bit worried about are monitored closely. Children who require further support are placed on Special Educational Needs Register. As part of this process, by talking to you and your child and with possible input from outside agencies (e.g Speech Therapists), the class teacher, SENDCo and yourselves will develop a plan of support for your child, setting appropriate targets. This will be reviewed at least three times a year to ensure that support remains appropriate. 

- We recognise the important role of outside agencies, who bring specialist skills and knowledge to support children, parents and staff. Where necessary the school may seek support from these outside services. This will always be discussed with you and a referral made with your permission. 

- The governing body is responsible for ensuring that funding is used appropriately, and for monitoring teaching and accessibility. There is a designated SEND Governor who works with the SENDCo and the Head Teacher. 

Curriculum Differentiation 

- Lessons are pitched appropriately so that all children can learn and progress. 

- Teachers take account of the needs of the individual child and plan different tasks and materials appropriately. 

- Tracking and assessment enables each class teacher to analyse the progress of the child.

- This is discussed in assessment meetings, which are held three times a year, with members of the Senior Leadership Team, SENDCo and Class teachers to discuss suitable teaching programmes for each child. These are also discussed with parents 

- Learning targets for your child are reviewed three times a year with yourself, the child, the SENDCo and Class teacher. New programmes or support is organised as necessary, leading to personalised learning. However we would encourage you to contact the school at any time you feel it necessary to arrange a meeting and discuss your child’s needs. The class teacher would your first point of contact. 

- Children work in a variety of groupings, such as small supported groups, 1:1, mixed ability and similar ability groups. 

- Some children will have additional support through group or individual interventions. Parents/ carers will be informed if your child is taking part in any interventions. 

School Trips 

-  We make sure that activities outside the classroom and school trips are available to all. 

- Risk assessments are carried out for each trip and suitable adjustments are made to ensure accessibility. This could include an increase in the number of adults are made available to accompany the pupils, with 1:1 support if necessary. 

- Parents/carers are invited to accompany their child on a school trip if this ensures access 

- After school clubs are available to all pupils.  

The following table demonstrates our graduated response to support. 

Accessibility 

- The whole school site is wheelchair accessible. 

- We have disabled toilets that are large enough to accommodate changing and suitable for wheelchair users.  

- Visual timetables are used in all classrooms. 

- Each class has a visualiser. This magnifies the computer screen, books, other written work so it is clear for all. 

- Additional modifications are made where necessary including; worksheets printed on blue paper, etc.