At St Paul’s, we recognise that every child is unique, and the level of support they receive is based on their individual needs.

Decisions about support are made collaboratively by the class teacher and SENCO, taking into account the views of parents, carers, the child and relevant professionals where appropriate.

We consider:

• Your child's individual needs: Their strengths, areas of difficulty and any barriers to learning or participation.

• Progress and assessment: How your child is progressing and responding to the support already in place.

• Classroom support: The adaptations and strategies available through Hertfordshire's Ordinarily Available Provision guidance.

• Additional support: Whether targeted interventions, specialist resources or additional adult support would help your child.

• Professional advice: Recommendations from external specialists, where appropriate.

• Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and EHCPs: Agreed targets and provision, including any specific support required by an Education, Health and Care Plan.

How is support reviewed?

We follow the graduated approach of Assess, Plan, Do, Review to ensure that support is appropriate and effective.

Individual Support Plans are reviewed half-termly, and the level or type of support may be adjusted as your child makes progress or their needs change.

Parents and carers are involved in discussions about their child's progress and support.

Does my child need an EHCP to receive additional support?

No. Children do not need an EHCP or a formal diagnosis to receive appropriate additional support in school.

Where a child has an EHCP, the school ensures that the special educational provision specified in the plan is delivered.

Our aim is to provide the right support at the right time, helping every child to make progress, develop independence and participate fully in school life.