At St Paul’s, we aim to ensure that every child receives the support they need to learn, develop and participate fully in school life.

Our SEND resources are allocated according to children's individual needs, rather than their diagnosis alone. The SENCO works closely with the headteacher, class teachers, parents and relevant professionals to identify the most appropriate support.

Resources may include:

• High-quality inclusive teaching: Teachers adapt lessons and use strategies from Hertfordshire's Ordinarily Available Provision guidance to make learning accessible.

• Additional adult support: Teaching assistants may provide targeted support to individuals or small groups, helping children develop skills and independence.

• Targeted interventions: Children may receive additional support for areas such as reading, writing, mathematics, communication, social skills or emotional regulation.

• Specialist resources and equipment: These may include visual supports, communication aids, practical learning materials, sensory resources and assistive technology.

• External professional advice: Where appropriate, we seek guidance from specialist teachers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists and other professionals.

• Individualised provision: Children with Individual Support Plans (ISPs) or Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) receive support matched to their identified needs and agreed outcomes.

The school uses its allocated SEND funding to provide appropriate resources and support. Where a child requires more specialist or intensive provision, additional funding may be sought through Hertfordshire County Council, where applicable.

How do we know the support is making a difference?

We regularly monitor children's progress and review the effectiveness of the support provided. Individual Support Plans are reviewed half-termly, and resources are adjusted when children's needs change.

Our priority is to use the resources available effectively so that children with SEND make progress, develop independence and feel included in all aspects of school life.