At Iceni Academy we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to access the most appropriate education that we can provide, thereby maximising their academic and social potential.
The Iceni Academy Intervention Team are experienced and approachable, providing dynamic and flexible support for students of all ages and difficulties throughout the Academy. Heads of Years and SSOs are mentors for their students and maintain a focused overview of their students progress. If a student is identified as not fulfilling their potential this will be raised with the classroom teacher and Faculty lead so that tailored in-curriculum intervention programmes and targeted support within the classroom can be put in place.
The Intervention Team support teaching staff by having a sound knowledge and understanding of SEND issues and of the individual needs of the students they support. Through transition and collaboration with external agencies the Team identify and share strategies to ensure all SEND students can access the curriculum and site.
What is ‘Special Educational Needs and Disability’?
A Special Educational Need and Disability (SEND) is a difficulty or barrier that affects a child’s ability to learn and to access the curriculum. It may be appropriate for a pupil with SEN to access provision which is ‘additional to, or otherwise different from’ the educational provision made generally for pupils of their age.
A Disability is a long-term health condition which causes a difficulty or barrier to learn or to access the curriculum.
SEN is identified under the following categories:
- SEN Support
Pupils with less complex needs but who still require support will be identified by a single category, known as SEN Support. The focus for this will be on what your child has achieved as a result of the personalised intervention provided.
- Statements and Education Health Care Plans
Statements of Special Educational Needs are being replaced with a single Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for children and young people with complex needs.
Who do I speak to if I think my child has Special Educational Needs and/or Disability?
If you have any SEN concerns regarding your child, our Academy has a designated Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCo), Miss S Turner, who can be contacted on 01366 728333 or sarah.turner@attrust.org.uk. Alternatively you can contact Mrs S Walker, the Intervention manager, on the same number.
What support is available for my child?
If a pupil has been identified as having a barrier to their learning, additional support will be provided to give them the opportunity to make progress.
The in school support that is available will vary dependent on your child’s needs. This may include;
- a personalised approach to the delivery of the in class information through routine and embedded adaptive practice;
- a specific intervention package which is delivered outside of the regular timetabled lesson;
- access to Information Technology;
- a designated mentor.
You can also provide support at home by listening to your child read everyday, your child’s English teacher will be able to provide you with guidance on which books they should be reading, as well as giving them the opportunity to write on a regular basis.
