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Our Aims
At Whitefield Primary School, we want every child to feel included, supported and able to thrive. We aim to:
- Celebrate each child’s strengths and achievements.
- Create a caring, respectful environment where everyone is valued.
- Ensure all pupils can access every aspect of school life, wherever reasonably possible.
- Keep communication open so parents and carers always know how their child is progressing.
- Identify any additional needs as early as possible.
- Help pupils with SEND make the best possible progress.
- Use high‑quality teaching and inclusive strategies to support learning.
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Our Graduated Approach: “Assess – Plan – Do – Review”
We follow the SEND Code of Practice (0–25 years) and use a step‑by‑step approach to supporting pupils:
1. Assess
Teachers regularly check each child’s progress. If a pupil is not making expected progress, the teacher will look at:
- Learning needs
- Classroom environment
- Teaching methods
- Any other factors that might affect progress
The SENCO may carry out additional assessments if needed.
2. Plan
If extra support is needed, the class teacher and SENCO plan the right provision. Parents/carers are involved, and targets are set.
3. Do
The class teacher delivers the support, using high‑quality teaching, adaptations or small‑group/individual support where needed. Teaching assistants may support this work.
4. Review
We review progress regularly with pupils, parents and staff. Support is adjusted if needed.
Pupils may be added to the school’s SEND Register if they need provision that is “additional to” or “different from” what is normally offered.
Progress concerns may include:
- Slower progress compared to peers
- Falling behind previous levels
- Widening learning gaps
- Difficulties with social, emotional or independence skills
Roles and Responsibilities
Headteacher
- Oversees SEND provision across school.
- Works with the SENCO and governors to ensure effective support is in place.
- Reports to governors on SEND matters.
Governing Body
Our SEND Governor ensures that:
- SEND provision is monitored and reported to the governing board.
- The SEND policy is reviewed each year.
- The school meets its statutory SEND duties.
SENCO
Our SENCO is responsible for:
- Coordinating all SEND provision.
- Maintaining the SEND Register.
- Supporting and advising staff.
- Working closely with parents/carers.
- Liaising with external specialists (e.g. Educational Psychology, health or social care teams).
- Keeping SEND records updated.
Class Teachers and Support Staff
- Class teachers are responsible for the progress of every child in their class.
- Teachers and support staff identify needs, adapt teaching and review targets.
- They work with the SENCO to plan and review support and keep class SEND files up to date.
Support for Families
Families can access a wide range of support through external services.
Lancashire Parent Partnership provides independent and confidential support for parents of children with SEND.
- Phone: 0845 601 4284
- Email: sen.info@ed.lancscc.gov.uk
- Website: www.lancspp.org.uk
Policies and Further Information
Our full SEND Policy and SEND Information Report are available at the top of this page. These comply with:
- The SEND Code of Practice (2014)
- The Equality Act (2010)
- SEND Information Regulations (2014)
You can also view the Lancashire Local Offer, which explains services available for children with SEND in our area.
Reviewing our Provision
We review our SEND provision each year to ensure it meets pupils’ needs. The level and type of support is always planned to help each child achieve their individual outcomes.
SEND
Click the Audio link below to listen to an analysis of our most recent SEND Policy at Whitefield