Our SEND Lead is Mrs Laura Arbon, please contact her via the School Office on 01638 508360

We build champions by ensuring that every child:

1. knows how to stay safe, healthy, happy and make sensible choices;

2. has respect for themselves, the environment and their communities;

3. is a resilient, brave and inquisitive learner;

4. achieves our high expectations;

5. aspires to be their 'best self' and to change the world!

We aim to identify children’s learning and social and emotional difficulties at an early stage and we endeavour to work with you to help support each child.

For some children, with more complex needs or identified needs an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) may have already been issued or a child may be undergoing an EHCP Needs Assessment before they start school; we recognise that children can experience difficulties with learning, behaviour or social skills at any time in their school life and we aim to work together to support his/her needs. Once a child is identified as having difficulties in accessing learning or in experiencing barriers due to their social, emotional or mental health needs the school will support them through a variety of strategies. The child may then be recognised as receiving SEN Support and may be placed on our Special Educational Needs register.

At Kettlefields, we believe that every child is unique, valued, and capable of success. Our vision for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is rooted in inclusion, relationships, and communication. We strive to create a nurturing and aspirational environment where all pupils can thrive- academically, socially, and emotionally.

We celebrate every achievement, recognising that success looks different for each child. Through strong partnerships with families, professionals, and the wider community, we ensure that pupils’ voices are heard and their needs are understood.

Our aim is to remove barriers to learning, promote independence, and empower every pupil to develop confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. By fostering empathy, understanding, and respect across our school, we build a community where everyone belongs and is supported to reach their full potential.

Every child is unique and every child matters! 

L Arbon