SEND & INCLUSION

At Millfields Primary School, the heart of our belief is that everyone is included. This means that all pupils, and particularly pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), learn and enjoy school together. We are an inclusive school that fully complies with the requirements outlined in the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice (2015).

All children, including those with special needs, learn best in a supportive environment where their self-confidence, independence, and talents are encouraged.  Teachers plan to meet the needs of pupils of all abilities.  Where necessary, they will work with the Special Educational Needs & Disability Coordinator (SENDCo) to plan individual plans for those with specific learning difficulties. Specialist advice will be sought when needed and regular meetings are held with teachers and other professionals; parents and pupils are included wherever possible. We plan small, measurable, achievable, realistic targets (SMART) to help children to progress.

SEND Coffee Mornings

Our coffee mornings/afternoons offer a supportive environment for parents/carers of Special Education Needs or Disabilities (SEND) students. By attending our coffee morning/afternoon you can gain information on our school provision for students with SEND. There will be also be details about available outreach support for both children and parents/carers. Importantly these mornings are an opportunity to collaborate with us to secure excellent SEND provision across the school.

Sessions will be led by the SENDCo Kathryn Ayala and the Deputy SENDCo Rhiannon Macdonald. Depending on the specific focus of each session there will be other members of staff present. Various outside agency professionals will provide further support and advice. 

Autumn 1 - Friday 21st October 2022 at 9:00am

Autumn 2 - Friday 16th December 2022 at 2:00pm 

Spring 1 -  Friday 10th February 2023 at 9:00am

Spring 2 - Friday 24th March 2023 at 2:00pm

Summer 1 - Friday 26th May 2023 at 9:00am

Summer 2 - Friday 7th July 2023 at 2:00pm

"We found the SEND coffee morning really helpful and informative. It was great to discussed SEN issues with other parents and get advice on those going through similar experiences to us. It helped us to feel less alone after recently receiving a SEN diagnosis for our son, and we think the school's SEN support is absolutely amazing. We're looking forwards to attending future sessions." Mark & Sarah Bones

Proud to be Me! Club

We run a monthly after school session called, ‘Proud to be Me!’ (The name was suggested by a Year 6 child). The sessions will last from 3.00pm - 5.00pm and will take place in the school hall. It is for parents and their children to come together so that parents can build friendships and support networks, and so can the children, who may at times feel different or struggle in class.

Each session will have tea, coffee, squash and biscuits. There will be some craft activities and games – just a chance for people to chat and get to know each other. We will also offer a focus, such as things to do in holidays or weekends, book recommendations, colouring etc.

All are welcome – even if your child is not on the SEND register.

Invites are also open to parents where they have a child in this school but have another child in a different school with additional needs.

Proud to be Me! session 1 - Thursday 26th January 2023

Proud to be Me! session 2 - Thursday 23rd February 2023

If you have a query regarding SEND then please contact Mrs Kathryn Russell.

Telephone: 01206 823044

Email: krussell@millfields.essex.sch.uk

Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Leader - Mrs Kathryn Russell

Deputy Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Leader - Mrs Rhiannon Macdonald

Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Link Governor - Ms Julie Barton