Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Offer

At Stanley Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that every child can access an inclusive, nurturing, and ambitious education. We recognise that each pupil is unique, and we work closely with families to understand individual needs and provide the most appropriate support. Our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) leads this provision across the school, helping teachers plan high‑quality, tailored support so that all children can thrive.

Our school’s commitment to inclusion is reflected in our Ofsted findings. Inspectors noted that “the school strives to achieve its value of aiming high for pupils in all aspects of school life. This is reflected in the high ambition that the school has for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).” They also recognised that pupils embrace the learning opportunities provided and that “many pupils leave the school well prepared for their next stage of education.”

Our curriculum is carefully designed from Reception to Year 6, with clear progression and high expectations for all learners. Ofsted highlighted that the curriculum is “ambitious for pupils, including those with SEND,” and that the school has “put effective systems in place that identify the additional needs of pupils with SEND.” Carefully considered support, resources, and adaptations help ensure that pupils with SEND make strong progress through the curriculum.

We are committed to making our school environment accessible to all. All our classrooms are located on the ground floor, and our main entrances are equipped with ramps and wide doors to support physical access. We provide accessible toilet facilities, including three designated accessible toilets. Classroom displays and storage are set at child‑appropriate heights, promoting independence and inclusion.

Children may access a range of in‑school support, including small-group interventions, targeted classroom strategies, and personalised resources. We also have access to a range of external professionals, both medical and educational, who help ensure pupils receive the right specialist input when needed. Where a pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), our staff deliver the additional provision required for them to succeed.

Ofsted also praised the wider opportunities available to pupils with SEND, noting that “pupils, including those with SEND, experience a broad range of opportunities that enhance their wider development.” This reflects our commitment to ensuring all children take part fully in school life—socially, academically, and personally.

Our SEND policy is a Synergy Education Trust policy and our SEND Information Report & School Accessibility Plan are reviewed regularly by our Local Governing Board to ensure they remain effective, inclusive, and responsive to the evolving needs of our pupils. Full details of our SEND offer can be found in our SEND Policy and Accessibility Plan on the school website.