Our SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) Policy sets out our approach to supporting children with additional needs at Park Spring Primary School. It explains our principles, how we identify and assess SEND, and how we plan and deliver support to help every child achieve their full potential.
The policy also outlines the roles and responsibilities of staff, how we involve parents and pupils, and how we review and monitor progress. It reflects our commitment to inclusion, early support, and working closely with families and professionals.
You can read the full policy here: SEND Policy
Our SEND Information Report outlines how we support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at Park Spring Primary School. It explains what help is available, how we identify and assess needs, and how we work with families and other professionals to ensure every child can thrive. The report also details the kinds of support we offer and how decisions are made about a child’s individual provision.
We aim to make sure all children feel included, valued, and able to succeed—whatever their needs may be.
You can read the full report here: SEND Information Report
This guide is designed to help parents understand what Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) are and how we support children with SEND at Park Spring Primary School.
It explains what SEND means, how we identify and support children with additional needs, and what you can expect from us as a school. The guide also gives a simple overview of our SEND Policy (how we plan and provide support) and our SEND Information Report (how we put that support into practice day to day).
It’s a helpful starting point for understanding how we work in partnership with families to make sure every child can succeed.
You can read the full guide here SEND Guide for parents
Useful websites
SENDIASS - Advice and support from the council for pupils with SEND
The Leeds Local Offer - information about what support there is for your child.
Free Specialist Training in Autism and Raising Standards (STARS) online workshops for parents and professionals
STARS are running a series of free online parent/professional workshops linked to supporting neuro-divergent children in the home. The workshops are aimed at a range of age groups from the early years to post 16. Parents will be provided with the resource pack after the workshop. Professionals will be provided with the resource pack and a copy of the slides so they can deliver the training to parents of children in their setting.
Each workshop will be delivered via Teams from 9:45-11:15.
Dates and topics:
06.12.2024 Identity and Diagnosis
10.01.2025 Visual Supports in the Home EY
10.01.2025 Keeping autistic children and young people safe online
07.02.2025 Visual Supports Secondary & Post 16
07.03.2025 Key life transitions
02.05.2025 Anxiety based avoidance
06.06.2025 A basic introduction to Intensive Interaction:
04.07.2025 Puberty and sexuality
Parents should email starsteam@leeds.gov.uk stating their name, email address and workshops they would like to book.
Mindmate
Park Spring Primary School is a Mindmate Champion school who ensure that mental wellbeing is taught to all children in school. When a child or children struggle in this area we can access targeted and specialist support for them.
https://www.mindmate.org.uk/im-a-professional/leeds-mindmate-single-point-access/
At Park Spring Primary School we appreciate that family life has its ups and downs, and we see the benefit of working with and supporting families in the tough times in order that children are able to get the emotional help they need, so they can thrive socially, emotionally and academically. Mrs Holl is our Family Liaison Officer and Mrs Doran is our Family Support Officer and are available to talk - just call our office on 0113 2552526. Where appropriate we support families through Early Help Plans, and will also signpost families to appropriate agencies/services where appropriate. Below are some links you may find useful.
Useful Links
Money Information Centre - for information and advice, including debts
Advice around housing in Leeds
Advice if you are, or are at risk of becoming, homeless
Forward Leeds - Support and advice around drugs and alcohol
Zarach - Support with beds, bedding and mattresses. Please contact one of our Family Support Officers if you are interested in accessing Zarach Support
If you need support with food, the Swinnow Community Centre has a foodbank. Please let us know if you would like help connecting with them.
Pudsey Community Project - For free second hand uniform
BARCA - general support and advice including social prescribing and counselling