How will we support your child when they are joining our school, moving onto to another school or moving to a new class?

How will we support your child when they are joining our school, moving onto to another school or moving to a new class?

We understand that transitions can be difficult for a child with SEND, and we take steps to ensure that any transition is a smooth as possible.

If your child is joining us from another school:

The SENCO or class teacher may visit pre-schools with the Foundation Stage Leader when appropriate.
If your child would be helped by a book/passport to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.
Your child will be able to visit our school and stay for a taster session, if this is appropriate.

If your child is moving to another school:

We will make sure that all records about your child are passed on as soon as possible.
If your child would be helped by a book/passport to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.

When moving classes in school:

Information will be passed on to the new class teacher in advance and in most cases a planning meeting will take place with the new teacher. Individualised targets will be shared with the new teacher.
If your child would be helped by a book/passport to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.

In Year 6:

The SENCO will discuss the specific needs of your child with the SENCO of the child’s secondary school.
On your request your SENCO can attend a transition review meeting involving yourselves, the new SENCO and possibly the pupil.
Your child will participate in focused learning relating to aspects of transition, to support their understanding of the changes ahead.
Where possible, your child will visit their new school on several occasions, and in some cases staff from the new school will visit your child in this school.
If your child would be helped by a book/passport to support them in understand moving on, then one will be made for them.