Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Oasis’ ethos is based on an overarching theme of Inclusion; welcoming, encouraging and enabling all to achieve their best whatever the challenges may be in doing so.
Pupils, at some stage of their learning, may have special educational needs which may include further developing their gifts, talents, learning, emotions or behaviour. Often these needs can be met by providing access to a variety of different activities to suit their learning as well as additional support from their teacher.
On occasion, extra external support may be required, such as an educational psychologist or support teacher and when these interventions are still not meeting a child’s needs, we will ask for a full assessment by the Local Authority. Parental/carer involvement and permission will be sought at every stage of the process. We will strive to enable all our learners to achieve their full potential through provision of this support.
At Oasis Academy Shirley Park Primary we have an Enhanced Learning Provision (ELP) - with two ‘Special Needs’ groups , one for the EYFS/KS1 children at Stroud Green and one for the KS2 children at Long Lane, which cater for pupils with moderate learning difficulties. These pupils receive special help each day, through a specialised teaching programme delivered by the school’s special needs teachers as well as help. The school benefits from having these groups as we are all more tolerant of each other, more appreciative of each other’s personal qualities and learn to respect each other as individuals.
More Able, Gifted and Talented pupils
Teaching staff provide differentiated activities and a range of support and resources for more able, gifted and talented pupils.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
We understand many of our pupils use more than one language at home. We welcome new arrivals from abroad into our school and offer them support to adjust to their new circumstances and to acquire English. All pupils identified as needing additional support to develop their language acquisition receive targeted support within the classroom.
Child Protection and Pupil Welfare
Our child protection programme supports each child’s development in ways which foster security, confidence and independence. The Academy has a duty of care and the right to take reasonable action to ensure the welfare and safety of its pupils. If a member of staff has cause to be concerned that a child may be subject to ill treatment, neglect or any other form of abuse, the Academy will follow protection procedures and inform social services of its concern.
Who should I contact about my child's needs?
Our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) takes overall responsibility for the operation of this policy and coordinating specific provision for pupils receiving SEN support. Our SENCO also contributes to the strategic development of SEN provision. The SENCO role is undertaken by our Assistant Head for Inclusion Tracy Downton who can be contacted via email or through the school office or tracy.downton@oasisshirleyparkprimary.org