At North Petherton Community Primary School, we believe that every child deserves to feel valued, included and supported to achieve their very best. We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where all pupils can thrive, regardless of their background, abilities, disabilities, learning needs, ethnicity, gender or culture.

We recognise that every child is unique and may require different levels of support at different times throughout their education. Our aim is to identify any additional needs as early as possible and work closely with families, staff and external professionals to ensure that the right support is in place.

Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to embrace the principles of No Outsiders, promoting equality, diversity and belonging throughout our school community. Through our curriculum and daily interactions, we teach children that everyone is welcome, everyone is valued and everyone belongs. We celebrate differences and help children develop understanding, respect and kindness towards others.

When planning teaching and learning, we consider the needs of all pupils and adapt our approaches to ensure the curriculum is accessible, engaging and ambitious for everyone. Where additional support is needed, we provide a range of tailored strategies and interventions, which may include personalised learning programmes, adapted resources, specialist advice and targeted support.

If additional specialist advice and support is required, we work closely with a range of external agencies, including Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, the School Nursing Team and other specialist services. We are committed to effective collaboration between all professionals involved with a child and believe that a multi-disciplinary approach is key to meeting pupils' individual needs. By working together with families and external partners, we can ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

At North Petherton Community Primary School, all staff receive ongoing training, coaching and support to develop and refine their practice when working with pupils with SEND. This ensures that our teachers and Learning Support Assistants have the knowledge, skills and confidence to provide high-quality, inclusive provision for every child.

Our staff are committed to creating a positive, nurturing environment where children feel safe, respected and able to succeed. We encourage every pupil to develop confidence, resilience and independence, ensuring that all children can participate fully in school life and experience success.

We are dedicated to helping all children reach their full potential, both academically and socially. Through strong partnerships between home and school, we work together to ensure every child feels included, supported and celebrated as an important member of our school community.

Contact Our SENDCo

Our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo) is Mrs Nic van Cole.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child's needs, please do speak with your child's class teacher in the first instance. Mrs van Cole can be contacted through the school office:

📞 01278 662442
✉️ office@npcps.co.uk
 

We welcome open communication with families and are committed to working together to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child.

SEND Policy & SEND Information Report

The SEND Policy and our SEND Information Report provides detailed information about how we identify, support and assess pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It explains the graduated approach we use to ensure children make progress academically, socially and emotionally, whilst enabling them to engage fully in school life.

Accessibility Plan

Our Accessibility Plan outlines the steps we take to remove barriers to learning and improve access for disabled pupils, parents, carers, staff and visitors. It details how we continually develop our environment, curriculum and communication methods to ensure our school is accessible to all.

Somerset SEND Local Offer

The Somerset SEND Local Offer is a valuable source of information, advice and guidance for children and young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and/or disabilities and their families. It provides details about the support, services and opportunities available across Somerset.

You can access the Somerset SEND Local Offer here:

🔗 https://www.somerset.gov.uk/children-families-and-education/the-local-offer/

Together, these documents provide comprehensive information about our inclusive approach and the support available at North Petherton Community Primary School, where we are committed to ensuring that every child feels welcomed, valued and able to flourish.