Learning Development & Inclusion

Mrs G. Kidd  Assistant Principal Learning Development with SENCo responsibilities

 
Mrs L Gadd : Line Manager
 
13 Teaching Assistants
1 Inclusion Suite Manager
2 Administrators
 
The Department is supported by LEA specialist teachers for Speech and Language, Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, ASD, The Educational Psychology Service and other appropriate agencies.
 
The SENCO is responsible for the administration, record keeping and the organisation of classroom and withdrawal support for all students with Special Educational Needs.
The Teaching Assistants work in the classroom under the direction of the class teacher. They have been allocated to a specific class by the SENCO. The Teaching Assistants are given training as appropriate and many have undertaken national qualifications.
 
Policy for Inclusive Education – Information for Parents/Carers found in our Information Area HERE
 
To find out more about the department email gkidd@theharefieldacademy.org
 
DCSF Guide for Special Educational Needs
 
A useful resource for Parents and Carers to support understanding of Special Educational Needs
 
Download it here:
nationalstrategies.standards.dcsf.gov.uk/node/84391