LEARNING SUPPORT

There may be times in your school life when you or your teachers feel that you need some extra support.  There are different groups of people in school who can provide that support.

We want to make sure that your individual abilities are recognised and that you can achieve your potential at school.  We make sure that staff understand your needs and abilities and are aware of them when teaching you.

SEN (Special Educational Needs)

There will be lots of help both in and out of class to make sure your needs are fully met.  You may be involved in reading groups or may benefit from extra staff to work with you to help you out when needed.  We keep a constant check on your progress to make sure that help is given as quickly as possible.  We recognise that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time.

Who should I talk to if I want more information?

Mrs A Nelson

EMA (Ethnic Minority Achievement)

If English is not your first language then we can provide support to make sure you achieve your potential in school.  This is usually support in class.  We also help with extra reading and literacy groups and do other activities like a lunchtime club during Ramadan. 

Who should I talk to if I want more information?

Mrs K Tunstall

GIFTED AND TALENTED

Are you gifted, are you talented in a particular area?  Your teachers will recognise your special gifts and talents and will make sure lessons will bring out the best in you.  You may also be involved in some extra activities or outings especially for the gifted and talented group.

Who should I talk to if I want more information?

Mr A Maccabe

BIP

The Inclusion Department is part of the Learning Support Unit.  There are two separate areas: Turnaround and Isolation.

The Turnaround room caters for students on a full-time or part-time basis.  Students who benefit from time in Turnaround could be returning from long-term illness or could have major problems in mainstream lessons and need time in a calmer, small-group situation.

The Isolation Unit admits students whose behaviour is unacceptable and would have resulted in a fixed-term exclusion.  Fixed-term exclusions are normally managed in the Isolation Unit.

Who should I talk to if I want more information?

Mrs G Milburn
Mrs C Mosey
Mrs M Smith

LEARNING MENTORS

A Mentor’s role helps to break the barriers to learning.  There could be a problem at home with your family, at school with your friends or teachers.  A problem with you health or school work.

A mentor would listen to you and help you to make up your own mind what to do with your problem.  They also point you in the right direction for help outside of school.

Mentors also help in lots of different ways i.e. Princess Trust, looking after wildlife, after school activities and encouraging you to achieve the very best you can.

Who should I talk to if I want more information?

Mrs L Tempest