Our SEN Information Report – which is part of [Durham County Council’s Local Offer]– provides details about how we support children and young people with Special Educational Needs in our school.
The SEN Information Report was reviewed and updated in November 2024
At The Woodlands, we are committed to the equal inclusion of all pupils in all areas of school life. We recognise the diverse and individual needs of all of our pupils and take into account the additional support required by those children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
At The Woodlands we are committed to equality. We aim to support every young person to fulfil their potential regardless of background or personal life.
This SEND Information Report should be read alongside the school’s SEND Policy, the Equalities Information and Objectives and the Accessibility Plan.
Key Contacts
- Lesley Candler, Head Teacher, pru@woodlandsdurham.net
- Danielle James, SENCO contactehn@woodlandsdurham.net
- Paul Bryan, Primary SENCO, pru@woodlandsdurham.net
SEND Admissions
For information on the admission of pupils with a disability, please visit the School Admission section of our website and view the Accessibility Plan in our School Policies section.
If you would like to discuss your child’s SEN in more detail please contact the school to arrange an appointment.
The full range of local support available for children/ young people with SEND and their families within and outside of school can be found in the [County Durham Local Offer]
Our SEN Provision
There are four broad areas of special educational need, these are:
- Communication and Interaction
This area of need includes children with Autism Spectrum Condition and those with Speech, Language and Communication Needs - Cognition and Learning
This includes children with Specific Learning Difficulties, Moderate Learning Difficulties, Severe Learning Difficulties and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties
This includes any pupils who have an emotional, social, or mental health need that is impacting on their ability to learn. - Sensory and/or Physical Difficulties
This area includes children with hearing impairment, visual impairment, multi-sensory impairment, and physical difficulties.