At Roseberry Academy, we provide a caring and inclusive school. All staff provide a supportive learning environment in which every child can achieve and we engage with all families to ensure all children achieve their full potential. At Roseberry, we aim to provide a broad, balanced and varied curriculum that meets the needs of all children.
We aspire to ensure that we identify and assess early indicators of a special education need or disability at the earliest time so that appropriate provision and support can be put in place at the soonest opportunity. School are eager to work with parents to support identification of needs. Where necessary school aim to aid parents with appropriate outside agency referrals.
We follow a graduated approach to assessing, planning, doing and reviewing the provision and progress of each child identified as having a special educational need or disability. We recognise the vital role parents have in supporting school to best meet the holistic needs of their children.
We work closely with a range of outside agencies (Applied Psychologies, Speech and Language, NHS medical services, CAMHS, Neurodevelopmental Pathway to name a few) in order to best understand the needs of individuals and to best adapt provision to support the child in the most effective ways.
We prioritise effective in school and next stage transitions so children experience smooth move to the next step of their education.
Mrs A Webb-Hoare is our Special Educational Needs and Disability Co-Ordinator (SENDCo) and she works closely with school staff and outside agencies to support and assess children as a need arises. She can be contacted on the school office number 01642 722883, office staff will be able to take a message or arrange a telephone/face to face meeting with her.
North Yorkshire Local Offer:
North Yorkshire's Local SEND Offer provides information to parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities, aged 0 – 25, to help them to understand what services and support, they and their families can expect from a range of local agencies within the local authority and neighbouring area.
https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/children-and-families/send-local-offer
SENDIASS:
SENDIASS North Yorkshire is a service for parents and carers of young people aged 0-25 with special educational needs and /or disabilities (SEND) as well as young people themselves. It is impartial, which means it is not biased and gives confidential information, advice and support that is arms length to the Local Authority.
http://sendiassnorthyorkshire.co.uk/
Further Support for Families
Early Help Services
Sometimes families may need additional support beyond school. North Yorkshire's Early Help service works with children, young people and families to provide the right support at the right time, helping to prevent difficulties from escalating. Support can be accessed through school or directly through local services.
Find out more: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/children-and-families/early-help
SEND Parent and Carer Support Groups
North Yorkshire's SEND Local Offer includes a range of parent support groups, advocacy services and community organisations that provide advice, emotional support and opportunities to connect with other families who have shared experiences.
Find out more: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/children-and-families/send-local-offer
Neurodevelopmental Support (Autism and ADHD)
Children do not need a formal diagnosis to receive support. There are a range of resources available for families seeking advice about autism, ADHD and other neurodivergent needs. Information, guidance and community support can be accessed through local NHS services and the North Yorkshire Local Offer.
Find out more: https://humberandnorthyorkshire.org.uk/our-work/adhd-and-autism/
https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/branches/nas-harrogate-and-district-branch
Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Support
Children's emotional wellbeing is just as important as their educational progress. Families can access support through school, health professionals and local services where concerns about anxiety, emotional wellbeing or mental health arise. The Healthy Child Service and CAMHS pathways can provide additional support where needed.
Healthy Child Service (0-19): Children's Health Services 0 -19 | Growing Healthy | HDFT
Transition Support
We recognise that moving between classes, key stages and schools can be an anxious time for some children. We work closely with families and receiving settings to ensure enhanced transition arrangements are in place where needed. This may include additional visits, social stories, photographs and personalised transition plans.
Find out more: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/blog/helping-your-child-manage-the-move-from-primary-to-secondary-school/