Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

At Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery, we believe that every child is a unique and valued individual who deserves a secure, caring and stimulating environment in which to grow and develop emotionally, intellectually, physically and socially.

We are committed to ensuring that all children are empowered to thrive, achieve their potential and feel fully included in every aspect of school life. We recognise that some children may require additional support at different stages of their education, and we work hard to identify and respond to these needs as early as possible.

We believe that it is the collective responsibility of the whole school community to ensure a consistent and inclusive approach to meeting the needs of all pupils. Through high-quality adaptive teaching, targeted support and appropriate interventions, we aim to provide every child with access to a broad and balanced curriculum and opportunities to participate fully in school life.

Our SEND Provision

We are committed to:

• Identifying special educational needs at the earliest opportunity.
• Providing appropriate support tailored to individual needs.
• Enabling all children to access the full school curriculum.
• Promoting inclusion and participation in all aspects of school life.
• Supporting children to become confident, independent and successful learners.
• Working closely with families to achieve the best possible outcomes for every child.

Working in Partnership

We recognise that parents and carers know their children best and are key partners in the educational journey. We work closely with families to identify needs, plan appropriate support and review progress regularly.

Where appropriate, we also work alongside a range of external agencies and professionals who can provide specialist advice, guidance and support. These may include:

• Educational Psychologists
• Speech and Language Therapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Health Professionals
• Family Support Services
• Local Authority SEND Teams

By working together, we strive to ensure that every child receives the support they need to flourish both academically and personally.

Further Information

Our SEND Information Report and SEND Policy provide detailed information about the support available at Shrewsbury Cathedral Catholic Primary School and Nursery and can be accessed using the links below.

If you would like to discuss your child's needs or require further information, please contact the school office to arrange a meeting with our SEND team.

Telephone: 01743 351032
Email: admin.cathedral@blessedec.co.uk