At South Wingfield Primary School, we are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment where all children can thrive. We recognise that some pupils may need additional support to access learning and reach their full potential, and we work closely with families to ensure that every child’s individual needs are met.

Our SEND provision is guided by the SEND Code of Practice and tailored to each child. We identify needs early and put in place appropriate support, whether through differentiated teaching, targeted interventions, or working with external professionals. We value the partnership between home and school and encourage open communication with parents and carers throughout their child’s journey.

Our SENDCo (Mrs Kealy) oversees provision and ensures that children with SEND are fully included in all aspects of school life.

For more information about our SEND offer, including our SEND Policy and Local Offer, please visit the policies section of our website or contact the school office.

Wave 1 – High Quality Teaching (Universal Provision)

This is the first level of support and applies to all pupils in the classroom. It focuses on inclusive, high-quality teaching strategies that meet the needs of the majority without additional intervention.
Key Features:

• Differentiation: Tasks adapted for mixed ability groups.
• Structured Environment: Visual timetables, working walls, natural displays.
• Language Support: Key vocabulary sheets, British Sign Language, clear and specific language.
• Engagement Tools: Phonics mats, word banks, TT Rockstars, Spelling Shed.
• Wellbeing: Brain breaks, relaxation, positive language and praise.
• Metacognition: Encouraging pupils to think about their learning process.
• SEND Awareness: Whole school training, resource modification.

Wave 2 – Targeted Support

For pupils who need more than Wave 1 but do not require specialist intervention.
Key Features:

• Small Group Interventions: Focused sessions for literacy, numeracy, or social skills.
• Pre-teaching & Overlearning: Reinforcing concepts before and after lessons.
• Additional Scaffolding: Sentence starters, writing frames, manipulatives in maths.
• Monitoring Progress: Regular assessment and feedback loops.
• Short-term Programs: E.g., phonics boosters, handwriting groups.

Wave 3 – Specialist Support

For pupils with significant and persistent needs requiring individualized programs and often external agency involvement.
Key Features:

• Individual Education Plans (IEPs): Personalized targets and strategies.
• Specialist Input: Speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists.
• Assistive Technology: Communication devices, adapted software.
• Highly Differentiated Curriculum: Tailored learning pathways.
• Multi-agency Collaboration: Regular reviews with parents and professionals.