Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
At Firle CE Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that every child is valued, included and supported to achieve their full potential. We recognise and celebrate neurodiversity and understand that children learn, communicate and engage with the world in different ways. Our aim is to create an environment where every child feels safe, respected and able to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.Â
We are an inclusive school and provide support for children across the four broad areas of need identified in the SEND Code of Practice:
- Communication and Interaction
- Cognition and Learning
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
- Sensory and/or Physical Needs
Support begins with high-quality inclusive teaching and East Sussex's Universally Available Provision (UAP), alongside personalised strategies, targeted interventions and specialist support where appropriate. We work closely with children, families and external professionals to ensure that every pupil can belong, participate, achieve and flourish within our school community.Â
Our SENDCo is Sam Smith, who leads SEND provision across the school and works alongside school leaders, staff, families and external agencies to coordinate and review support for pupils with additional needs.
Please see our SEND Information Report and SEND Policy below for detailed information about our provision and approach.
Useful Information and Support
Families may find the following services helpful:
- East Sussex Local Offer
- East Sussex SEND Information, Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS)
- East Sussex Early Help
- East Sussex Family Hubs
- Children's Integrated Therapy Service (CITES)
- Contact (National Charity for Families with Disabled Children)
- IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice)
If you would like to discuss your child's needs, arrange a visit or speak to our SENDCo, please contact the school office.