SEND
A Message from the SENCO
At Moorpark Junior School, we believe every child is unique and full of potential. Our commitment to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is unwavering. We foster an inclusive, nurturing, and ambitious learning environment where every student, regardless of their needs, is empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We recognise that every child’s journey is different, which is why we take a personalised approach. By working closely with parents, carers, and external professionals, we ensure each child receives the tailored support they need to succeed. Our highly trained team is dedicated to ongoing professional development, ensuring we provide the best possible education for all students.
At Moorpark, we celebrate and embrace neurodiversity, valuing the strengths and unique perspectives that each child brings. We are committed to creating a school where differences are not just supported but celebrated.
Our Graduated Approach to SEND Support
We adopt a graduated approach to SEND provision, ensuring that every child receives the right level of support at the right time:
Universal Support – High-quality, inclusive teaching is the foundation of our SEND provision. All teachers use adaptive teaching strategies and scaffolding to meet the needs of diverse learners in the classroom.
Targeted Support – Some children benefit from additional support beyond universal provision. This may include small group interventions, additional scaffolding, or structured programs aimed at developing key skills.
Specialist Support – For students with more complex needs, we work closely with external agencies, such as speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, and occupational therapists, to provide bespoke interventions and personalised learning plans.
At Moorpark Junior School, all teachers support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through high-quality teaching (HQT). According to the SEND Code of Practice (2015), SEN applies to children with learning difficulties or disabilities requiring special provisions. This includes those with significantly greater learning challenges than peers or disabilities that hinder access to mainstream facilities.
For children identified with SEND before joining, the school will contact parents, the child, and the previous school. If SEND is not previously identified, assessments will be conducted collaboratively with teachers, parents, the pupil, the SENDCo, and external agencies if needed. If necessary, the child may be added to the SEND register (with parental consent), and a pupil passport with targets will be created.
For concerns, parents should first speak with the child’s teacher. The SENDCo is Mrs. S. Mills.
Working in Partnership with Parents
We believe that parents and carers are the experts on their own children, and we value their insights and experiences. Our approach is built on open communication, collaboration, and mutual trust.
We offer:
- Regular meetings and reviews to discuss progress and next steps.
- A dedicated team available to offer guidance and support.
- Opportunities for parents to contribute to their child’s support plan.
- Workshops and training sessions to help parents feel empowered and informed.
Together, with families and professionals, we work tirelessly to ensure that every child feels valued, included, and able to achieve their best.
For more information, please see the policies below and/or contact our SEND team at the school office
You can click here to view our Equality policy.
If you would like further information regarding the new SEN Code of Practice, please click the link below:-
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/send-guide-for-parents-and-carers
If you have any concerns or queries regarding your child’s SEN needs, please email the SENCo directly via moorpark@moorparkjunior.co.uk