SEND Information
Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) – Mrs L Mills
Email – stjohnvianney@sthelens.org.uk and mark for the attention of Mrs Mills
Telephone – School Office – 01744 678570
SEND Governor – Mrs Nova Charlton
At St John Vianney, our vision statement forms the backdrop to all that we do in school, including the support and provision that we have for our children who have additional needs. We strive to support all children to enable them to achieve and believe that early identification of children’s additional needs is vital to them developing independence and skills that will support them along their journey and form the foundations for lifelong learning.
Communication with Parents and Carers is essential and we endeavour to form positive relationships to enable us to work in partnership together to meet the needs of the children.
In order to do this many steps are taken to support children through their learning journey. Quality first teaching is vital; however, for some children there are occasions where further support may be needed to help them to achieve and make progress. To ensure that children’s needs are identified at the earliest possible opportunity, we adopt a graduated approach.
This is a summary of our graduated approach for SEND and for any children with additional needs, more detailed information can be found in our SEND Policy and documents below.
Graduated Approach
Stage 1
Parents/Carers share any concerns with their child’s class teacher or SENCo. A short, fixed term plan will be agreed and implemented. This will be reviewed and collectively discussed, with agreed next steps.
Stage 2
If concerns remain, the class teacher will discuss these with the SENDCo. A formal plan will be implemented via an IEP (Individual Education Plan), where targets will be agreed and reviewed each term (three times per year) with Parents/Carers. Progress towards these targets will be monitored. Children will be recorded on the school’s SEND register.
Stage 3
It may be necessary to discuss the child’s needs with external professionals such as health professionals or other agencies. We will always seek parental consent before we discuss your child. The aim would be to seek further recommendations and support for your child. You may be invited to meetings to share your concerns, views and aspirations. Parental engagement through attendance at school for appointments, parents evening, additional work that is sent home to support your child, are all essential for the best possible outcome.
If you would like to discuss any concerns that you may have or believe that your child may have additional needs, we invite you to contact the school or arrange a time to visit and have a look around our provision.
Policies and Information
St Helens SEND Local Offer – Please click on the link below to access the Local Offer for St Helens.
Advice, Support and Information
St Helens Information and Advice Support Services (IASS)
St Helens IASS provides free, confidential, impartial advice and helps parents play an active and informed role in their child’s education. They provide information, advice and support on matters relating to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
ADDvanced Solutions
ADDvance Solutions are a community network of professionals from across education, health and social care, CJS and community development who bring genuine insight to the design, development and delivery of services from supporting their own families living with Neurodevelopmental conditions. For more information please click on the link below.
Neurodevelopment Pathway Team
The Neurodevelopment Pathway Team work with children and young people with complex neurodevelopmental difficulties, who require a multi-agency assessment to gain a better understanding of their needs.
National Autistic Society
The National Autistic Society offer advice and support for families.
Listen4Change (St Helens Parent/Carer Forum)
Listen4Change is run by parents and carers of children and young people with SEND aged 0-25 years.
St Helens Carers Trust
Do you have a child who helps to care for you or another family member? This can include helping out around the house, shopping, personal care, helping with medication, providing emotional support. Young Carers who are registered with the St Helens Carers Centre could receive additional support.
The Sleep Charity
The Sleep Charity provides advice and support around helping your child sleep better and setting positive sleep routines.