SEN
Sandwich Technology School currently provides additional and/or different provision for a range of needs, including:
- Communication and Interaction difficulties, for example, autistic spectrum condition and pupils with speech and language difficulties.
- Cognition and Learning difficulties, for example, dyslexia, dyspraxia, moderate and multiple learning difficulties.
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties, for example, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
- Sensory and/or Physical Disability, for example, visual impairments, hearing impairments, processing difficulties, epilepsy.
For the admission of pupils with diagnosed or presenting learning need, reasonable adjustments will be made to ensure that the pupil is a fully included member of our school community.
We believe that all pupils have a right to access every opportunity that school offers; teachers and support staff are key to enabling pupils to do that.
Contact details for raising concerns.
SLT Inclusion Lead – Mrs L Dowle ldowle@sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk
SENCO – Mrs K Higgins khiggins@sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk
The Local Authority Offer: Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) - Kent County Council
How We Support Students
Universal Support for All Pupils
Every classroom at STS is inclusive.
- Adaptive teaching
- Literacy support
- Visual scaffolds
- Retrieval practice
- Vocabulary support
- Flexible teaching approaches
- Positive behaviour support
Targeted Support
Where additional needs are identified, support may include:
- Small group interventions
- Social communication programmes
- Emotional wellbeing support
- Key adult mentoring
- Assistive technology
- Access arrangements
- Transition support
Specialist Support
We work closely with:
- Educational Psychologists
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Specialist Teaching Services
- CAMHS
- Eating Disorder Services
- Social Care
- NHS Professionals
The Graduated Approach
Assess → Plan → Do → Review
When a pupil requires additional support, we follow the Graduated Approach.
Assess: Gather information from teachers, parents and professionals.
Plan: Agree outcomes and support strategies.
Do: Deliver support in lessons and through targeted interventions.
Review: Evaluate impact and plan next steps.
Support is continually reviewed to ensure it meets a pupil's changing needs.
Inclusion In Action
At Sandwich Technology School, inclusion extends beyond the classroom.
Pupils Access:
- Educational visits
- Cultural Capital/Enrichment experiences
- Sports clubs
- Enrichment opportunities
- Pupil leadership roles
- CCF
- Careers guidance
- Sixth Form pathways
Our goal is for every pupil to participate fully in school life.
Learning Spaces
Our SEND provision offers:
- A calm and supportive environment
- Individual support where needed
- Emotional regulation support
- Quiet working areas
- Transitional support throughout the school day
Accessible Environment
Our school is designed to support a wide range of needs, including:
- Lift access
- Accessible toilets
- Adapted learning spaces
- Flexible working environments
Working Together
We believe parents and carers are experts in their children.
We work closely with families through:
- Regular communication
- Review meetings
- EHCP annual reviews
- Pupil-centred planning
- Transition meetings
