How does the early year's provision identify and assess children with special educational needs and disabilities?

How does the early year's provision identify and assess children with special educational needs and disabilities?

We work very closely with each individual child, observing them and assess their development. We use the EYFS guidance and monitor each child's progress. We work closely with the parents to identify each child's needs and develop a plan of support where needed and where necessary seek additional support.

How will the curriculum be matched to meet children's developmental needs?

How will the curriculum be matched to meet children's developmental needs?

Each child will have their own plan of support which will help them develop based upon their needs, interests and own way of learning to support them to develop to their full potential.

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by the early years setting?

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by the early years setting?

We work in partnership with a wide range of professionals such as those from the One Point Service, Equality and Inclusion team, Portage: ranging from Speech Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dieticians, Educational Psychologists, Health Visitors, Occupational Health Local Authority Advisors and other additional services.

What training have the staff supporting children with SEND had, or are having?

What training have the staff supporting children with SEND had, or are having?

All staff have received training in assessing children's development and can plan for additional support when necessary. The nursery has 2 SENCO's and one has recently received her level 3 SENCO award. Knowledge, support and guidance is regularly updated through the SENCO accessing SENCO business meetings to advise upon training available. Some staff are  training in specific areas such as Makaton, working with children identified with specific needs .

How accessible is the early years setting environment? (indoors/outdoors)

How accessible is the early years setting environment? (indoors/outdoors)

The nursery has a disability access point at the rear of the building. The lower floor and outdoor area is accessible to all.

How will the early years provision prepare and support my child(ren's) transition to their next educational establishment?

How will the early years provision prepare and support my child(ren's) transition to their next educational establishment?

The SENCO and keyworker continually work closely with parents planning the next steps in all areas of learning and development. Transitions are carefully planned and we work closely with the new setting and arrange meetings with the new setting. The SENCO/ key worker can visit with the child to aid transition. Staff from the new setting are welcome in the nursery to meet parents and their child and share achievements and progress.