SEND Transition

Transitions can be difficult for a child with SEND and we take steps to ensure that any transition is a smooth as possible.

Early Years staff make visits to all feeder Nurseries to meet the children who will be starting our school. They spend time working with the children, observing them in a familiar environment and talking to their key workers.

How will the school prepare my child for the transition to secondary school?

Children with SEND are given an extensive level of support before they leave for their new school. We work closely with parents to help this be as smooth a transition as possible. Some of the local secondary schools have extra transition visits specifically tailored to aid transition for the more vulnerable pupils. We liaise closely with staff when receiving and transferring children to different schools ensuring all relevant paperwork is passed on and all needs are discussed and understood. If your child has complex needs and has an Education Health and Care Plan, then a review will be used as a transition meeting during which we will invite staff from both schools to attend and any other relevant professionals. Their teacher and SENCO will discuss with secondary colleagues how many transition visits can be arranged over and above those offered to children without SEND. These additional visits to the new school will take place in the summer term.

Can my child attend Copeland Road Primary School and then move to specialist provision?

Children with SEND that have been issued with an Education, Health and Care plan can attend Copeland Road Primary School for their Primary education or consider applying to a specialist provision if that meets their individual, specific needs.