SEN/D
SEN/D
In line with our Vision Statement, we endeavor to ensure all FCJ pupils are valued by all members of staff for the individual contribution they make to the school. We believe that all children should experience success and feel positive about their own achievements.
FCJ teachers are teachers of inclusion and special educational needs. We are committed to meeting the special educational needs of pupils, to ensure that they achieve the best possible outcomes.
All pupils with special educational needs will receive appropriate support to enable them to access effective learning opportunities suited to their needs and ability.
High quality teaching, differentiated for individual pupils, is the first step in responding to pupils who have or may have SEN/D. We regularly and carefully review the quality of teaching for all pupils and professional development opportunities are provided for staff to extend their knowledge and understanding of SEN/D and high-quality teaching.
We assess each pupil’s current skills and levels of attainment on entry to FCJ, building on information from previous settings and key stages where appropriate. Class teachers, supported by the Senior Leadership Team, make regular assessments of progress for all pupils. These seek to identify pupils making less than expected progress, given their age and individual circumstances.
Where a pupil is identified as having SEN/D, FCJ takes action to remove barriers to learning, through a graduated approach, that ensures effective special educational provision is in place.
Please see our FCJ SEN/D Hub for a range of resources, documents and links that can support families with different areas of Special Educational Needs and Mental Health and Wellbeing.
- SEN/D Policy
- SEN Information Report 2022 – 2023 Presentation
- Family and Parenting Support
- Positive Handling, Care and Control of Pupils Policy
Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)
There will always be children in schools facing emotional challenges that detract from their ability to engage with learning. Some children require greater support to increase their emotional literacy than others. ELSA is an initiative developed and supported by educational psychologists. It recognises that children learn better and are happier in school if their emotional needs are also addressed.
We are fortunate to have qualified Emotional Literacy Support Assistants at FCJ Primary school.
ELSAs are trained by Educational Psychologists, Family Support Workers and Wellbeing Facilitators to plan and deliver programmes of support to pupils who are experiencing temporary or longer term additional emotional needs.
The majority of ELSA work is delivered on an individual basis, but sometimes small group work is more appropriate, especially in the areas of social and friendship skills. Sessions are fun and a range of activities are completed, such as; games, role-play with puppets or arts and craft.
ELSA sessions take place in our very own ‘ELSA room’ which provides a calm, safe space for the child to feel supported and nurtured.
