Our vision
Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy prides itself on providing individualised education for every child; this ensures that children with additional needs are provided for using a personalised approach. Our children learn at different speeds and in a variety of ways. We have realistic but high expectations for all of our children. To ensure that all children reach their highest potential, our school is well resourced, providing additional trained adults who are able to support our children to access the whole curriculum.
The school environment is inclusive, providing a wheel chair lift, hoists, and discreet changing facilities. A highlight for our children is a visit to one of our two sensory rooms, Rainbow Room, outdoor swing or outdoor sensory garden. These areas provide a fun and stimulating environment, but can also be used as a calming and quiet sensory experience, which meets the needs of all of our children.
Miss Hunt, our SENCo and Inclusion Leader, takes great pride in providing an equal, bespoke offer to our children with additional needs, regardless of need or ability. Our team of highly skilled staff work together to ensure that the ethos of Smawthorne is achieved on a daily basis. Our school works in partnership with families and wider professionals to put the needs of every child first.
Aims
Here at Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy, all pupils have access to a broad and balanced curriculum. Staff strive to create an environment that meets the special educational needs of each individual child to enable all children to have full access to all elements of the school curriculum.
All staff respond to children’s needs by;
- Dealing with Special Educational Needs as part of the whole school ethos;
- Providing support for children who need help with communication, language and all other aspects of the curriculum;
- Planning to develop children’s understanding through the use of all available senses and experiences;
- Planning for children’s full participation in learning, and in physical and practical activities;
- Helping children to manage their behaviour and to take part in learning effectively and safely;
- Helping individuals to manage their emotions, particularly trauma, attachment or stress, and to take part in their learning.
How to contact our SENCo:
If your child is already in our setting and you have any queries regarding your child, please do not hesitate to contact Miss Hunt on 01977 558395, send a message via Class Dojo or email sen@smawthorneprimary.org.
If you are considering Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy for your child and you are worried about your child’s needs, please contact Miss Hunt on 01977 558395 or send an email to sen@smawthorneprimary.org.
It is strongly recommended that you visit our school before applying for a place to ensure that we are able to offer what your child needs. Please arrange a visit if required.
Applying for a School Place:
Here is the link to Wakefield School Admissions:
https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/schools-and-education/schools/school-admissions/
SEND Governor:
Our Special Education Needs and Disability Governor is Miss J Pollitt.
WESAIL
(Wakefield Early Support, Advice, Information and Liaison)
Free, confidential service for parents and carers of children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
