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7. Parent Guidance & FAQs​​​​​​​

At Aston Rowant CE Primary School, we want every family to feel informed, supported and confident in how we work together to meet children’s needs. This page explains how to raise concerns, what SEND support looks like in our school, how transitions are supported, and where you can find further help.

How to Raise Concerns

If you have concerns about your child’s progress, learning, behaviour, communication or wellbeing, we encourage you to speak to us as soon as possible. Early conversations help us understand what your child needs and allow us to work together.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Speak to your child’s class teacher first. They know your child best in the classroom and can share observations or initial strategies.

2. Contact the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator). Every SEND Information Report must include direct contact details for the SENCO, who is responsible for coordinating SEND support across the school. The SENCO will discuss your concerns, explore next steps and explain the support available.

3. Review and plan together. A key requirement of SEND practice is co-production—families must be fully involved in developing plans and reviewing support.

4. Follow-up review. Once support is in place, school and parents will review progress regularly through our Assess–Plan–Do–Review cycle.

If at any point you feel unsure, please reach out. We are always here to help.

What to Expect from SEND Support

SEND support in schools must follow a clear, structured process and be based on a graduated approach. The SEND Information Report explains how the school identifies, assesses and reviews needs, and how provision is delivered in practice.

At Aston Rowant CE Primary School, you can expect:

1. Clear identification and assessment

We use teacher observations, assessments, discussions with families, and—when appropriate—specialist advice to identify needs.

2. A personalised plan

Your child’s support plan will outline:

  • strengths and needs
  • learning or wellbeing targets
  • strategies teachers will use
  • support from staff or specialists
  • how your child will be included in the process. Schools must describe how children with SEND are supported to review and influence their plans.

3. Regular reviews

Progress is reviewed with families and pupils, adjusting support where needed.

4. Access to external professionals (if required).

This may include the Educational Psychology Service, Speech and Language Therapy, Autism Advisory Services, or health professionals.

5. Inclusive teaching

High-quality teaching that adapts to individual needs is part of our universal (Wave 1) provision.

Transition Information

Transitions can be challenging for children with SEND, and schools are required to outline arrangements to support transitions between key stages or into adulthood.

We provide enhanced transition support, including:

  • Extra visits to new classrooms or schools
  • Meetings between current and new teachers to share key information
  • Individual transition plans for pupils who need additional preparation
  • Social stories, visual timetables or photo booklets
  • Opportunities to meet new staff gradually
  • Liaison with secondary SENCOs to ensure continuity of support

For pupils receiving specialist support, we also ensure relevant professionals share information as part of a smooth transition process.

Links to External Support Groups

Families often find additional support, advice and signposting helpful. Below are organisations that provide guidance on SEND, mental health, disability support and parent advocacy. These reflect the statutory requirement for SEND Information Reports to provide information on how schools involve external agencies and how parents can access wider support.

Local Support

· Oxfordshire Local Offer – Information about SEND services in Oxfordshire, including childcare, therapies, education, and family support.

· Locality Community Support Service (LCSS) – Early help and family support.

National Organisations

· SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Information Advice & Support Service) – Free, impartial advice for parents.

· IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice) – Legal advice on SEND rights.

· National Autistic Society – Support for autistic children and families.

· Young Minds – Mental health support for children and parents.

· Down’s Syndrome Association, Scope, Dyslexia Association, etc. – Condition-specific advice.

 

If you are unsure which services may help, please contact the SENCO for signposting and guidance.

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