OUR COMMITMENT TO
SEND
At Cranberry Academy, we believe that all children have an equal right to a full and rounded education which will enable them to work confidently towards reaching their full potential and feel that they are a valued member of the wider school community. We provide teaching and learning for all children to gain access to a broad, balanced and appropriately differentiated curriculum.
It is our aim that all children are given the opportunity to access appropriate learning opportunities in an inclusive manner. Our priority is the provision of high quality class teaching which is adapted to meet the needs of all our learners. Class based approaches might include alternative forms of recording work, visual prompts, small group or individual teaching etc. Class teachers and support staff are supported through regular professional development opportunities to support them in differentiating learning opportunities for the learners in their class.
READ ABOUT
Our Inclusive Approach
Cranberry Academy is an inclusive school where we focus on the well-being and progress of every child and where all members of our community are of equal worth. All children share a common entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum which meets their social and learning needs. We are committed to giving all of our children every opportunity to achieve the highest of standards. We do this by taking account of pupils’ varied life experiences and needs. We want all members of our school community to feel a sense of belonging within the Academy and wider community and to know that they are respected and able to participate fully in school life. We are committed to giving all of our children every opportunity to achieve the highest of standards.
EARLY SUPPORT FOR
Children With SEND
Children with SEND are identified as early as possible within our setting. Initial identification is usually through comments or concerns brought by parents, or
school staff working directly with the child. These concerns may be based on the pupil’s general wellbeing, their emotional or behavioural presentation, their
progress in comparison to their peer group, or their profile against recognised characteristics of specific forms of SEND. School staff receive a regular programme of training to support them in the identification of SEND, and there is information on the school website to support parents with this.
HOW WE ENSURE
Health, Safety and Inclusion
St. Bart’s Multi-Academy Trust are committed to the health, safety, and wellbeing of all our pupils, ensuring that every child can access learning and care in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Each of the policies can be found on our Policies page using the link below.
The St. Bart’s Multi Academy Trust (SBMAT) is committed to protecting the health, safety and welfare of all employees and others to whom they have a duty of care towards. This policy has been created in line with the DfE ‘Supporting pupils at school with medical conditions’ guidance. Most pupils will have at some time, a medical condition that may affect their participation in some activities. For many this will be short-term, perhaps finishing a course of medication. Other pupils have long-term medical conditions that, if not properly managed, could limit their access to education.
This policy outlines the principles that each Academy within the Trust is committed to following throughout all accessibility planning activities to ensure that all disabled pupils are able to enjoy and access all aspects of educational life in the same way as their peers. The specific measures each Academy has taken to ensure the Academy is accessible are outlined within the site-specific Accessibility Plan.
Our Intimate Care policy aims to ensure that:
- Intimate care is carried out properly by all academy staff, in line with any agreed plans
- The dignity, rights and wellbeing of children are safeguarded
- Children with intimate care difficulties are not discriminated against, in line with the Equalities Act 2010
- Parents are assured that staff are knowledgeable about intimate care and that the needs of their children are taken into account
- Staff carrying out intimate care work do so within guidelines (i.e. health and safety, manual handling, safeguarding protocols awareness) that protect themselves and the children involved
SUPPORT FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH
Special Educational Needs (SEN) – Cheshire East
Supporting a child with special educational needs and disabilities can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. In Cheshire East, a range of services are available to help guide and support families through every stage.
One of the key services is Cheshire East Information, Advice and Support (CEIAS), which provides free, confidential, and impartial advice on all matters related to education, health, and social care for children and young people with SEND. CEIAS can help with understanding Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), navigating school choices, and accessing support services. Visit Cheshire East CEIAS to learn more.
The SENDIASS website offers free, confidential, and impartial advice to help parents understand and navigate SEND support, including education, health, and care services. Visit SENDIASS to learn more.
For local peer support, Cheshire East Parent Carer Forum (CEPCF) is a fantastic network where parents and carers can share experiences, access resources, and have their voices heard. Find out more at Cheshire East Parent Carer Forum.
Other helpful organisations and resources can be found below.