SEND

We take pride in our commitment to an inclusive education and prioritise the inclusion of all students, ensuring they participate in mainstream lessons alongside their peers. This approach allows them to benefit from the expertise of our teachers and engage with their peers. Our dedicated staff regularly receive ongoing professional development to enhance their ability to support students with additional needs. By adhering to the DfE SEND code of practice, we aim to provide excellent teaching for all and effective support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

SENCo – Marcia Tenn 

Assistant SENCo – Madhia Ahmad 

If you think your child may have SEND, please speak to the class teacher in the first instance.  

At Winston Way Academy, we are committed to supporting all pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), regardless of their specific needs, to help them make the best possible progress and achieve their potential. We ensure that all children are included in all areas of the curriculum, with careful consideration given to the needs of SEND pupils. Our graduated approach to SEND ensures early identification of needs and a continuum of support to enable progress. Please refer to our SEND Policy for detailed information on the purpose, nature, and management of special educational needs within our school. 

At Winston Way Academy, approximately 13% of our students are on the SEND register. We have a comprehensive intervention programme to meet the needs of all learners. Our teachers and teaching assistants are trained to provide necessary interventions across various curriculum areas, including: 

• Additional Maths and English Support 
• Speech, Language, and Communication Support 
• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Support 
• Gross and Fine Motor Support 

Throughout the year, we offer workshops for all parents on how to support their children’s learning, including sessions on phonics, maths, and language and communication. We also host information and coffee mornings for parents of children with SEND. 

As part of the Local Offer, we receive support from various specialists, including: 

• Educational Psychologist 
• Speech and Language Therapist 
• Occupational Therapist 
• CAHMs Support Worker 
• Specialist Education and Training Support Service (SEaTSS) 
• Roding Outreach Service for Deaf and Hearing-Impaired 
• Joseph Clarke Service for Visually Impaired 
• School Nurse 
• Autism and Early Years Intervention Team 
• Behaviour Intervention Team 

For more information on the Local Offer, visit Redbridge’s Local Offer. 

Our SEND Governor, Beth Walker, supports the school in meeting the needs of all children with additional and special needs. The information on our website complies with the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice 2014 and the Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014. This information is updated annually, and any changes during the year are updated as soon as possible. 

For children with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP): 
The Local Authority will send the school copies of the child’s most recent EHCP, outlining their needs. The school will assess these needs and consult with the local authority to determine if we can meet them. We strongly encourage parents of children with EHCPs to visit the school and speak with the SENDCo to discuss any questions and concerns, ensuring the most appropriate setting for your child. 

For children with additional needs and SEND (without an EHCP): 
Please apply via the local authority’s normal admissions procedure. We still strongly encourage you to visit the school to discuss your child’s needs and the suitability of our support.