Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Acklam Grange is a comprehensive and inclusive school with a focus on learning for all the family. A big school with a big heart our priority is our students’ achievements, empowering every child to exceed expectations and be the best that they can be.

Every child benefits from an individual learning experience in a family focussed learning community that recognises their specific needs through curriculum choice and tailored support.

Roles of Responsibility

Student Welfare and SEND Assistant with responsibility for Children who are Looked After

Mrs Jane Pickering

• Acklam Grange strives to provide high quality teaching to all of our students. This is our first step to supporting our student’s needs.

• All students have access to a broad and balanced curriculum.

• Teachers prepare Schemes of Learning and Progress and lessons which support the learning and progress of all students.

• Individual faculties are responsible for their curriculum and teaching staff adapt their teaching and resources to suit the needs of all learners.

• Staff have access to regular training opportunities to improve their knowledge and skills.

At Acklam Grange School we have experience of supporting children and young people with a range of needs including:

Sensory and/or Physical Needs

Hearing Loss  
Visual Impairment  
Sensory Processing Needs 
Gross and Fine Motor skills