SEN Information Report
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Information Report
Our SEND Vision: Aspiration, Respect and Community
At the Academy we believe that every student is entitled to high aspirations, to be treated with respect, and to belong fully within our school community. We are committed to inclusive practice which enables all students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Children in Care (CiC), to achieve their academic potential, develop independence and prepare successfully for life beyond school.
Identifying SEND
Students with special educational needs are identified through ongoing assessment, liaison with primary schools, information from parents, concerns raised by staff, and the use of standardised assessments such as CATs.
Parents who have concerns are encouraged to contact the Head of Year in the first instance, with direct access to the SENDCo where appropriate.
Support for Learning and Well-being
Support is delivered through high-quality adaptive teaching, targeted interventions, and Teaching Assistant support. Pastoral systems, behaviour support and wellbeing provision ensure students feel safe, supported and valued within the community.
Progress, Planning and Communication
Progress is monitored regularly and reported to parents three times per year. Parents are partners in planning and are encouraged to engage with staff about their child’s progress and next steps.
Provision, Resources and Services
Resources are allocated according to need, supported by a range of internal specialists and external agencies. The environment is accessible and inclusive, ensuring all students can fully participate.
Staff Training
All staff receive ongoing SEND training, enabling high expectations and aspirational outcomes for students with SEND.
Transitions
Careful planning supports students at key transition points, including entry to the Academy and preparation for post-16 pathways.
Further Information
Parents may contact the Head of Year, SENDCo or Senior Leadership Team with any concerns. Further information is available via the Local Offer on the Lincolnshire website.
External Agencies and support
Local Authority and Statutory Services
- Lincolnshire County Council SEND Team – Coordinates EHC Needs Assessments, EHCPs and specialist provision for children and young people aged 0–25. lincsfamil...ory.org.uk
- Lincolnshire SEND Local Offer – Directory of education, health and social care services available to families and professionals. lincolnshire.gov.uk
Health Services
- Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) – SEND Services – Commissioned health services including therapy pathways, sensory processing support and mental health provision linked to SEND. lincolnshi...icb.nhs.uk
- Lincolnshire Community Health Services (LCHS) – Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy (via referral). lincolnshi...icb.nhs.uk
- Educational Psychology Service (Lincolnshire) – Cognitive, emotional and behavioral assessments and consultation. lincsfamil...ory.org.uk
- CAMHS (Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services) – Mental health assessment and intervention. lincolnshi...icb.nhs.uk
Inclusion, Advice and Family Support
- SENDIASS Lincolnshire – Independent, impartial advice and support for parents, carers and young people regarding SEND processes and rights. lincolnshire.gov.uk
- Lincolnshire Parent Carer Forum – Engagement and coproduction with parent carers of children with SEND. lincolnshire.gov.uk
- Education Welfare Service (EWS) – Attendance, inclusion and welfare support. lincsfamil...ory.org.uk
Specialist and Voluntary Organisations
- Dyslexia Action / Specialist Teachers – Assessment and intervention for specific learning difficulties (commissioned where appropriate). lincolnshire.gov.uk
- Young Minds / MindEd – Mental health resources and professional guidance (often used for staff training and student support). together4all.co.uk
- Mencap (local and national) – Support for students with learning disabilities. together4all.co.uk
