Crosby Primary
Special Educational Needs Information Report
How does Crosby School know if children need extra help?
We know a child needs extra help if:
- They are not making expected progress
- Concerns are raised by a parent or teacher
What does the school do if they have concerns about a child?
- Discuss the concerns with parents
- Gather assessment information
- Carry out further assessments if necessary
- Ask for advice from external agencies (for example the local authority behaviour support team)
- Initiate meetings with parents and external agencies
What should I do if I think my child has special needs or a disability?
- Talk to your child’s teacher
- Talk to our family liaison officer (Mrs Donna Betts)
- Talk to the school’s special needs co-ordinator (Mrs Porter)
How do I find out about my child’s support?
- Talk to your child’s teacher
- Talk to the special educational needs co-ordinator (Mrs Porter)
How does the school decide on what support my child needs?
- Discussions with parents
- Discussions between the class teacher and the special educational needs co-ordinator
- Specific assessments
What sort of support might my child receive?
If it is decided that your child needs extra support they might receive one or more of the following:
- Extra adult support in class
- A smaller reading group
- Additional clubs or activities
- A specific programme (for example, speech therapy)
How will I know how my child is doing?
- Teachers are available for a quick word at the end of each day, appointments can be made through the school office if you would like a longer meeting
- Twice yearly parents’ evenings
- Annual written report
- If your child is identified as having special educational needs or a disability, you will be invited to more regular meetings
How can I find out more information?
Visit our school website policies page or contact the school office for the following policies