SEND and Inclusion Introduction
In our school we are committed to enabling each child to achieve his or her full potential regardless of race, creed, gender or ability. We are an inclusive school that strives to make equality of opportunity a reality for our children.
We have high expectations of all our children. We aim to achieve this through the removal of barriers to learning and participation. We want all our children to feel that they are a valued part of our school community.
Key Contacts
SENCO:
Mrs Sheard
Email: asheard@altofts.wakefield.sch.uk
Tel: 01924 899449
SEN Link Governor:
Mrs Andrea Wright
c/o Altofts Junior School
Email: office@altofts.wakefield.sch.uk
Tel: 01924 899449
SEND Admissions
For information on the admission of pupils with a disability, please visit the Wakefield School Admissions Website
Further Support
Wakefield Parent Carer Forum is an independent parent carer forum who work with families of children with special educational needs and/or disability, aged 0-25 years old, living in the Wakefield area.
Join them for a Cuppa & Chat
Sunday Evenings 7pm
Email – info@wakefieldparentcarers.co.uk to request an invitation to join them
Family Action
Wakefield Early Support, Advice, Information and Liaison (WESAIL) service provides a free, confidential and impartial support to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and their parents and carers.
WESAIL provide information, advice, support and signposting according to need by either by telephone or where needed on an individual or targeted basis or through events and workshops. We aim to provide easy-to-understand information to raise awareness of the options available to those using our service, and support people in making informed decisions about these options.
CAMHS
CAMHS stands for child and adolescent mental health services. They are the NHS service that offers support and treatment for children and young people, aged up to 18 years old, who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health and wellbeing.
Hidden Disabilities
A discreet way to make the invisible visible
Wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower discreetly indicates to people around the wearer including staff, colleagues and health professionals that they need additional support, help or a little more time.
The Witherslack Group
The Witherslack Group pride themselves on their unwavering commitment to parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs, as well as professionals working within the SEN sector. Our webinars will allow you to stay connected, inspired and informed wherever you are in the world!
The Witherslack Group Webinars
(IPSEA) Independent Provider of Special Education Advice
IPSEA offers independent legally based advice, support and training to help get the right education for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
(IPSEA) Independent Provider of Special Education Advice
SEN Information Report