SEND Information
'Pupils who speak English as a second language and those with SEND thrive because their learning is well supported.' OFSTED 2019
At Underwood West Academy we are fully committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and nurturing environment by providing an education that is appropriate to pupils needs, removes barriers to learning, and aims to fully include children with Special Educational needs and Disabilities into all aspects of school life.
Within school there is a wide range of expertise and resources available to support children with special educational needs including provision for children with social, emotional and behavioural needs as well as academic.
Our SEND Manager, Mrs D Sherratt and Deputy SENCO, Mrs Coates are available to talk to you if you feel your child has additional needs or you require advice and support from other agencies.
The children and families act 2014, and the updated code of practice , highlighted many changes in SEND including the introduction of each school providing an SEN information report as part of the Local Authority’s Local Offer. Our report can be found below and provides information on our school provision for pupils with SEND.
Another useful source of information available is The Cheshire East Toolkit for SEND. This document outlines provision and support in the Cheshire East area. A copy of the Toolkit can be found at the bottom of the page.
You can also sign up to Cheshire Easts SEND Newsletter by completing a short form via the link below:
What does OFSTED say about SEND at Underwood West?
‘The high-quality support that pupils receive, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), gives them the very best chance to achieve.’ Ofsted November 2024
‘The school is determined that pupils, including those with SEND, will succeed. They have designed and implemented an ambitious curriculum.’ Ofsted November 2024
‘Staff identify the needs of pupils with SEND swiftly. They are adept at supporting these pupils well. They adapt the curriculum delivery successfully to meet pupils’ individual needs. Within lessons, staff effectively check what pupils know.’ Ofsted November 2024
For further information for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities you may wish to visit the DFE site at
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/send-guide-for-parents-and-carers
