Sandhurst School is a fully inclusive mainstream school, where all students are valued equally, regardless of where their abilities lie. All students are entitled to have access to a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum, which is differentiated to meet individual needs. Within its aims, Sandhurst School is committed to equal opportunities, with students being encouraged and enabled to achieve their full potential, whatever their academic or physical ability.
Students of all ages and abilities will:
– Be treated as individuals where their individual needs, interests and aptitudes are recognised
– Be provided with opportunities for continued growth and development so that they can increase their self-esteem and become confident
– Receive a balanced curriculum in both content and style of delivery which allow them to make informed choices as they progress beyond the school
– Be encouraged to achieve their full potential, whatever their abilities
– Be encouraged to learn through a range of enjoyable and stimulating experiences in an atmosphere where students feel valued, encouraged and safe
Meet the Team
Our dedicated team are committed to ensuring that our students achieve their potential.
– Mrs C Purkiss – SENDCo, Psychology and Science teacher
– Mr Dexter- Assistant Head and SEND line manager
We also have a fantastic team of TAs and HLTAs with a range of experience and expertise, who support students with their learning both in the classroom and in the SEN Department.
Support and Intervention
We offer a range of intervention to support student learning including:
– In class support from a teaching assistant.
– Small group intervention teaching in maths and English at KS3.
– Social skills sessions and lunch time support groups.
– Reading Comprehension.
– Student and staff mentors.
– Study support and SEN homework club.
– SEND pupil passports to communicate needs and support strategies to teaching staff.
– Support for Access Arrangements where required and appropriate.
Suitability of these interventions is decided on a student by student basis depending on their needs and is also limited by available spaces and resources. For more information regarding how we allocate students to specific intervention please see our Sandhurst School Local Offer and information report below.
ELSA & Aspire Programmes
Suitability of these interventions is decided on a student by student basis depending on their needs and is also limited by available spaces and resources. For more information regarding how we allocate students to specific interventions please see our Sandhurst School Local Offer and information report below.
The SEN Department
The SEN Department is the central area within the school where our support is based. This is where students can find SEN support staff during the school day. The space is used for mentoring students, for running specific interventions and for some small group teaching sessions.
Our Policies and Procedures
– SEND information report (FAQ)
– Sandhurst Local Offer
– SEND Policy
– Accessibility Policy
If you wish to obtain a paper or electronic copy of any of these policies or any other school policy please contact Reception using the form on the contact page of our website.
If you have any questions regarding the support your child could access at Sandhurst School please contact the school on 01344 775678.