Equality
As outlined in our school vision, and in accordance with The Equality Act 2010, we firmly believe that all individuals within our school should be protected from discrimination. We have made adjustments to our school environment, and the facilities we provide, with the aim to ensure our school is accessible and welcoming to all.
Click here to learn how we aim to ensure equality and best practice through our single equality scheme.
Special Educational Needs & Disability
School Support and Contact
At Barlby Community Primary School, we recognise that every child is unique and special and will always strive to meet the needs of all pupils within our school.
Within our curriculum, every child is given opportunity and support, in a safe, caring and stimulating environment, with the aim of enabling them to reach the highest possible standards. As a school, we recognise the importance of not only supporting children’s academic progress but also developing their behavioural, emotional and social skills to enable them to become confident, independent learners.
Special Eductional Needs & Disability (SEND) has a high profile within school and staff constantly receive high quality information and training. All staff are committed to meeting the needs of all our children and strive to break down any barriers that are preventing children from making the progress they are capable of. We aim to quickly identify pupils who are making limited progress, and provide targeted interventions to support and meet their needs. We ensure that parents are fully aware of the SEND process and informed of their child’s learning at regular points throughout the year. We are a fully inclusive school and work alongside the Local Authority, Health Professionals and community organisations to find the most appropriate and effective support for pupils within our care.
The following documents provide more information in relation to SEND and how we can support your child together. If you have any concerns, or wish to discuss SEND at our school, please feel free to contact the school’s SENDCO Mrs Adams. (For any immediate concerns, please speak to your child’s class teacher in the first instance.)
Mrs. Kirstie Adams
SENDCo
01757 703317
senco@barlby-pri.n-yorks.sch.uk
SEND Legislation
The reforms in the Children and Families Bill (2014) affected the way children with special educational needs are supported in schools. This new approach was implemented in September 2014 and places pupils at the centre of planning. This useful government guide explains the legislation in detail and is aimed at parents of children from 0-25 who have a special educational need or disability.
We have clear, whole school expectations on how we approach SEND, with good quality teaching as a first response and a clear focus on outcomes. All staff play an integral role in suporting pupils with SEND, guided by the strategic role of our SENCOs and strong leadership from the head teachers and governors.
As part of this new legislation, Local Authorities have a duty to publish a Local Offer, setting out in one place information about provision they expect to be available in their area across education, health and social care for children and young people in their area who have SEN or are disabled, including those who do not have EHC plans.
North Yorkshire County Council Local Offer
North Yorkshire County Council Strategic Plan
Schools also have a duty to publish their SEND Information Report found below:
Barlby Community Primary School SEND Report
Our school’s SEND policy can also be viewed here.
SEND Support
SENDIASS
SENDIASS is an independent team of highly trained and experienced SEND specialists, whose role is to give families, children, young people and professionals impartial and unbiased advice and support. Their website http://sendiassnorthyorkshire.co.uk/ is a constantly expanding source of information, including short video clips explaining aspects of the SEND process, leaflets and animations. They are very active in sharing helpful information on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
They offer:
• A telephone Advice service Monday –Friday 01609 536923
• Information- videos and leaflets
• Support in preparation for meetings and appeals
• Information sessions for parents/carers
• Training and workshops- now all online
• 1:1 support and advice appointments via video call
Home Start
Home Start offers support for parents of children with a long-term illness or disability. They say, “Coping with a child who has a long-term illness or a physical disability can be a life-changing experience. And parents who are dealing with their own or their partners' medical condition can find life a real challenge…Our volunteers may be able to support you. If you have just received a diagnosis, are attending hospital appointments, or are looking for financial help for medical equipment or to adapt your home - you work out with us how we can help you best.”