Building each other up - with God as our firm foundation Thessalonians 5: 11
SEND
St Paul’s Church of England Primary School is a place where children and adults from diverse backgrounds live and learn harmoniously together. We are passionate about a curriculum that allows us to grow as unique individuals as we build each other up to live life abundantly. Driven by the vision that all children will learn to love and love to learn, we work tirelessly to meet every child’s individual needs and celebrate their individual successes.
We strongly believe in the importance of inclusion for ALL pupils. This belief is at the heart of our SEND practice and drives our ambition to ensure ALL pupils reach their full potential. Everyone at St Paul’s has the right to learn and achieve in a safe, caring environment where meeting ALL needs is a shared responsibility.
We are committed to a whole-school approach towards providing an inclusive curriculum. Therefore, we ensure that our staff are trained with the knowledge and skills required to effectively support all pupils.
For pupils requiring additional support, small group interventions are led by experienced staff; these interventions are closely monitored and their impact is evaluated regularly. Where pupils require more personalised provision, we draw on specialist knowledge in order to tailor their learning experiences so that they are given every opportunity to progress and succeed.
In addition to our class teachers and Teaching Assistants, we also have a specific Inclusion team. This team consists of the Headteacher (Mrs Ferretti), SENCO (Mrs Evans), Assistant SENCo (Mrs Mann), SALT Teaching Assistant, SEND TAs and Pastoral Assistants. This team work in collaboration to support children effectively across the 4 areas of need.
We also work closely with external agencies and professionals such as the Wolverhampton Outreach Service, NHS Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, Educational Psychologist and the Specialist Teacher team.
'Having supported St Paul's to develop their SEND provision for many years, I'd like to say how impressed I am by their enthusiasm and unwavering dedication towards meeting the needs of their SEND community. Staff are patient and caring, displaying an eagerness to learn with frequent training sessions embedded within their professional development. The improvements implemented by Jenny and her team mean more children with significant needs can successfully remain in mainstream education.' A Moran - Outreach
'* has made progress since arriving at St Paul's C of E Primary School; attributed to the positive nurturing relationships she has formed and the highly individualised support she has received since this time'.
EP report
Key Documents
The Wolverhampton Local Offer sets out all services available to support
children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities,
from birth to 25 years, and their families.
Please click here or on the icon for more information about the
Wolverhampton Local Offer.
Wolverhampton IASS offer impartial information, advice and support on matters relating to a child or young person’s special educational needs or disability from birth to 25 years. Their website can be accessed here
Parent/Carer Consultation Service
The City of Wolverhampton Council’s Educational Psychology Service is offering a free remote consultation service to parents/carers living in Wolverhampton, and also to parents/carers of children or young people in the care of Wolverhampton Local Authority.For more information, please visit the Remote Consultation Service.
Wolverhampton Inclusive Schools for Everyone
Please click here for further information
Useful Links
Speech, Language, Communication and Interaction
Oak academy communication and language lessons.
A directory of activities and resources to support development of specific speech, language and communication needs, searchable by age phase, subject, target and level of attainment.
A range of resources to help parents develop children's speech and language needs.
Games and activities to support speech and language needs.
A guide to android apps to support complex communication needs.
iPad apps for complex communication support needs.
Activities to support children and parents using PECS (picture exchange).
Social, Emotional and Mental Health
A range of resources, games, etc. to support different areas of mental health: anxiety, anger, emotions, mindfulness, etc.
Resources aimed at autistic pupils, but could be used with others to support change, particularly around COVID-19.
A range of social stories and resources around a lot of different life issues, including COVID-19, that can be used to support children's understanding.
Create a free account to access certain activities and resources to support mindfulness and well-being.
A selection of games to play to build children's social and emotional awareness
Cognition and Learning
Maths
Oak academy lessons to support children with additional needs in specific areas of maths.
iPad apps for learners with dyscalculia / numeracy difficulties.
Resources to support teaching to tell the time.
Active games to support maths learning.
Virtual physical resources to help children understand maths: cubes, ten frames, number lines, bead strings, and many more!
English
Android apps for learners with dyslexia / reading and writing difficulties.
A list of dyslexia friendly books.
Multisensory stories for downloading using signs, props, movement, etc. to engage children with special needs.
Free e-book library, select by age group.
General
Comic books that can be downloaded and support learning in different areas of the curriculum, aimed at KS2.
Ways to use technology to support learners with dyslexia.
Resources to support SEND learning.
iPad apps for learners with complex additional support needs.
iPad apps for learners with dyslexia.
A list of free or cheap apps for developing a range of learning skills.
Funky Feet dance and movement videos.
Downloadable resources, activities, and lesson ideas for literacy, numeracy, behaviour, and social skills.
Accessible learning games for English, maths, memory, and typing skills.
Sensory and/or Physical Needs
Oak academy lesson to support children with additional needs in their physical development.
Support for autistic learners with sensory processing: ideas for activities, resources, and guidance for those supporting them.
A guide to using the iPad to support learners with physical difficulties.
A guide to using the iPad to support learners with visual difficulties.
A guide to using Windows 10 Accessibility Tools to support learners with visual difficulties.
10 weeks worth of videos with activities to develop children's fine motor skills.
Multisensory stories for downloading using signs, props, movement, etc. to engage children with special needs.
Dance mat typing to develop typing skills, different levels of challenges.
Fun videos to learn British Sign Language.
Self Help and Independence
Oak academy lesson developing life skills such as dressing, personal care, etc.
Resources aimed at supporting children with autism to develop essential life skills such as personal hygiene, self-care, safety, managing work, and leisure activities.