Supporting every child to thrive
At Flakefleet Primary School, we believe that every child is unique, valued and capable of achieving great things.
We are committed to creating an inclusive school where every child feels safe, understood, valued and supported, whatever their individual needs or circumstances.
We recognise that children learn and develop in different ways. Our aim is to understand each child as an individual and provide the right support to help them feel confident, make progress and enjoy coming to school.
Our Approach to SEND
Our approach to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is based on early identification, high-quality teaching, individualised support and working closely with families.
We focus on each child’s strengths, needs and aspirations, ensuring that support is carefully considered and tailored to help them achieve their potential.
Our Individual Specialist Inclusion Base
As part of our commitment to inclusive education, Flakefleet Primary School also has an Individual Inclusion base, providing specialist support for children with additional needs who require a more personalised approach to their education. Pupils are placed in the base by the Lancashire County Council consultation process and not by school.
Our base offers a nurturing, structured and supportive environment, where children can develop their learning, communication, independence and social skills at a pace that is right for them.
Children benefit from personalised provision and specialist approaches, while also being very much part of the wider Flakefleet community. Where appropriate, children have opportunities to join their mainstream peers for learning, play, activities and wider school experiences.
Our aim is to ensure that every child has a sense of belonging, is supported to develop their strengths and is given every opportunity to succeed.
Working Together with Families
We know that parents and carers know their children best. Building positive relationships with families is therefore a really important part of our SEND provision.
We listen to your views, share information regularly and work together to identify what is working well and where further support may be needed.
If you have concerns about your child’s learning, development, communication, friendships, behaviour or wellbeing, please talk to us. We are always happy to listen and explore how we can help.
How We Support Children
Support is tailored to each child’s individual needs and may include:
- High-quality, inclusive classroom teaching
- Personalised learning and individual support
- Small-group interventions
- Adaptations to learning and the classroom environment
- Support with communication and interaction
- Support for social and emotional development
- Help with developing independence and life skills
- Specialist advice and support from external professionals such as Speech and Language experts and Educational Psychologists
- Close monitoring of progress and regular reviews
Meet Our SEND Team
Our dedicated SEND team is here to support children and families and to help ensure that every child receives the right support to thrive.
Mrs C Jagger – SENDCo
Mrs Jagger oversees our SEND provision across school and works closely with children, families, staff and external professionals to ensure that children with additional needs receive appropriate support.
Mrs S Rawlinson – SEN Support
Mrs Rawlinson works closely with children and staff to provide additional support and help meet the individual needs of our pupils.
We are always happy to listen, answer questions and work together with families to find the best ways to support your child.
An Inclusive School for Everyone
We believe every child should have the opportunity to learn, play, participate and belong.
We work hard to ensure that children with SEND can access the full range of opportunities available at Flakefleet, including our curriculum, trips, clubs, play opportunities and wider school experiences.
Who Can Help?
If you have a question or concern about your child’s additional needs, your first point of contact is your child’s class teacher.
You can also speak to Mrs C Jagger, our SENDCo, or Mrs S Rawlinson, who provides SEN support.
We encourage families to talk to us as early as possible. You don’t need to wait until you have all the answers — we’re here to work through things with you.