FAQs Archive - Medina Primary School

Q: What should you do if you feel that the School’s Report for SEND is not being delivered or is not meeting your child’s needs?

It is in everyone's best interests for complaints to be resolved as quickly and at as low a level as possible and our SEND complaint procedure is as follows: - The complaint is dealt with by the class teacher - the complainant needs to feel that they have been listened to and that all points raised have been addressed - If the matter remains unresolved, the complaint is dealt with by the SENCo or by a senior manager - If there is still no resolution the Headteacher will become actively involved. - If the matter is still not resolved, the complainant must put their complaint in writing to the Chair of Governors and the Governing Body will deal with the matter through their agreed complaint resolution procedures. - In the unlikely event that the matter is still not resolved, the complainant can then take the complaint to the Local Authority

Q: What support is there for improving behaviour, attendance and avoiding exclusion?

As a school, we have a very positive approach to all types of behaviour with a clear reward system that is followed by all staff and pupils. If a child has behavioural difficulties an Individual Behaviour Plan (IBP) or Pastoral Support Plan (PSP) may be written alongside the child and parents to identify the specific issues, put relevant support in place and set targets. Support from MABs maybe gained to support this process. After any behaviour incident, we expect the child to reflect on their behaviour with an adult, following a Restorative Approach. This helps to identify why the incident happened and what the child needs to do differently next time to change and improve their behaviour. Attendance of every child is monitored on a daily basis by the Admin department. Lateness and absence are recorded and reported upon to the Headteacher. Good attendance and punctuality is actively encouraged throughout the school and rewarded on a termly basis as is an improvement in attendance. Behaviour policy is available in the Policies section.

Q: How will Medina Primary School prepare and support my child to join the school, transfer to secondary school and prepare for adulthood?

We encourage all new parents and children to visit the school prior to starting. They will be shown around the school and any concerns can be addressed. School / Parents may also feel the need to arrange several transition sessions to alleviate pupil concerns or the use of a ‘Social Story’ to reduce any anxieties. Many of our ‘feeder’ secondary schools run a programme specifically tailored to aid transition for the more vulnerable pupils. Where a child with SEND needs additional support to access these transition programmes, staff from Medina are available to support the child during this time. We liaise closely with staff when receiving and transferring children between schools ensuring all relevant paperwork is passed on and all needs are discussed and understood. If your child has complex needs then an Education Health Care Plan review may be used as a transition meeting during which we will invite staff from both schools to attend.

Q: How will my child be included in activities outside the classroom including school trips?

All children are included in all parts of the school curriculum and we aim for all children to be included on school trips. A risk assessment is carried out prior to any off-site activity to ensure everyone’s health and safety will not be compromised. In the unlikely event that it is considered unsafe for a child to take part in an activity, then alternative activities will be provided in school or, if it is deemed that an intensive level of 1:1 support is required, a parent or carer may be asked to accompany their child during the activity.

Q: What are the Governors responsibilities?

Our named Governor for SEND is Mrs Christine Liddle. Mrs Liddle meets with the Inclusion Manager termly to be updated on SEND changes, needs in school, current concerns and budget. This update is shared during Full Governors meetings.

Q: What support will there be for my child’s overall well-being?

The class teacher has overall r esponsibility for the pastoral and social care of every child in their class; therefore, this would be the parents’ first point of contact. If further support is required the class teacher can liaise with the Inclusion Manager / SENCo for further advice and support. This may involve working alongside outside agencies such as the Multi-Agency Behaviour Support Team (MABS) and Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) . Medina Primary has one ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) who works under the direction of the Inclusion Manager / SENCo . She works with vulnerable children during the school day. We follow a Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) curriculum. We use Zones of Regulation to support children with their emotional development. More information about supporting your child’s well-being at home can be found on the Parenting Support page .

How is the School SEND Report reviewed?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:41:33+00:00

This School Report for SEND is reviewed annually to reflect [...]

How is the School SEND Report reviewed?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:41:33+00:00

What should you do if you feel that the School’s Report for SEND is not being delivered or is not meeting your child’s needs?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:41:08+00:00

It is in everyone's best interests for complaints to be [...]

What should you do if you feel that the School’s Report for SEND is not being delivered or is not meeting your child’s needs?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:41:08+00:00

What support is there for improving behaviour, attendance and avoiding exclusion?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:40:41+00:00

As a school, we have a very positive approach to [...]

What support is there for improving behaviour, attendance and avoiding exclusion?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:40:41+00:00

How will Medina Primary School prepare and support my child to join the school, transfer to secondary school and prepare for adulthood?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:40:08+00:00

We encourage all new parents and children to visit the [...]

How will Medina Primary School prepare and support my child to join the school, transfer to secondary school and prepare for adulthood?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:40:08+00:00

How accessible is the school environment?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:39:38+00:00

Medina Primary is a very inclusive school and all responsible [...]

How accessible is the school environment?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:39:38+00:00

How will my child be included in activities outside the classroom including school trips?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:39:00+00:00

All children are included in all parts of the school [...]

How will my child be included in activities outside the classroom including school trips?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:39:00+00:00

What are the Governors responsibilities?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:38:40+00:00

Our named Governor for SEND is Mrs Christine Liddle. Mrs [...]

What are the Governors responsibilities?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:38:40+00:00

How will Medina Support my child’s medical needs?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:38:26+00:00

Medina Primary works closely with medical professionals and families to [...]

How will Medina Support my child’s medical needs?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:38:26+00:00

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by Medina Primary School?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:37:24+00:00

Our Inclusion Manager has completed the National Award for Special Educational [...]

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by Medina Primary School?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2021-01-14T21:37:24+00:00

What support will there be for my child’s overall well-being?

phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2023-07-07T12:02:55+00:00

The class teacher has overall responsibility for the pastoral and social [...]

What support will there be for my child’s overall well-being?phil@fidgetypixels.co.uk2023-07-07T12:02:55+00:00

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