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Roecroft Lower School

SEND

The curriculum at Roecroft Lower School is adapted to fit the needs of all of our learners, we ensure all children feel included and that they achieve their potential.

Many questions are answered in the SEND information report which is attached below. If you have any questions about the provision at Roecroft then please speak to your child's class teacher or contact the school SENDCo.

Key people in school 

 

Mrs Kirsty Taylor – SENDCo (Special Educational needs co-ordinator) 

ktaylor@roecroft.co.uk 



 

Mrs Clare Valpy – Behavioural and Pastoral Support Worker 

 

I am concerned about my child, who should I talk to?

If you have concerns about your child, then we always ask that your first point of contact is your child’s class teacher. They will be able to help with friendship issues & everyday behaviours including struggling to get your child into school and any anxiety they may feel about the school day. Teachers know your children well and have a wealth of knowledge and can suggest many strategies to support with anxiety, learning difficulties and behaviour. You can speak to them at the door or you can email them to request a phone call or a meeting. They are always happy to listen and offer support. If things don’t improve or further advice is needed, then the SEND and Nurture team will be informed and extra advice and support will be given.

Where else can families look for advice and support?

As educational professionals we are not always best placed to offer advice or solutions for difficulties that families experience at home. This can include issues such as toileting, eating, sleeping, parenting, self-help skills, challenging behaviours etc.

We can signpost you to services that can help and many of the links can be found on the SEND and Wellbeing pages on our school website. These are regularly updated and include workshops and information sessions for parents on variety of useful topics.

Central Bedfordshire also provide a local offer to families of children with additional needs.

County Local offer

A parents guide to the Graduated Approach

 Local Authority SEND Bulletin - September 2024

Local Authority SEND Bulletin - October 2024

Local Authority SEND Bulletin - 23rd October 2024

Local Authority SEND Bulletin - 8th November 2024

Local Authority SEND Bulletin - 20th November 2024

Local Authority SEND Bulletin - 5th December 2024

Local Authority SEND Bulletin - 18th December 2024

There is also independent support available in Central Bedfordshire for families of children aged between 0-25 whose children have additional needs.

Independent Support in Central Bedfordshire

SENDIASS

PDF icon CBC Advice and support Service

Carers in Bedfordshire - Parent Carer Guide

SNAP Parent Carer Forum - offer workshops and information sessions for families

Specialist Nursing team - offer support on a variety of issue including sleep, behaviour, toileting & eating problems

Bedfordshire and Luton Children’s Community Health Hub

NHS Speech and Language information and advice