Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
At Westbury C of E Junior School, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring that every pupil feels valued, belongs within our school community and is supported to achieve their full potential. We recognise that pupils have different strengths, needs and starting points, and we work hard to remove barriers to learning, participation and achievement.
We have high aspirations for all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Through high-quality adaptive teaching, strong relationships and carefully targeted support, we ensure that pupils can access a broad, ambitious curriculum alongside their peers and participate fully in all aspects of school life.
Our approach is underpinned by a culture of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and individual needs are understood and supported. We work closely with pupils, families and external professionals to identify needs early, provide appropriate support and promote positive outcomes academically, socially and emotionally.
Wherever possible, pupils' needs are met within the classroom through inclusive teaching practices, reasonable adjustments and adaptive approaches that enable them to learn, thrive and succeed alongside their peers. When additional support is required, this is carefully planned, monitored and reviewed to ensure it has a positive impact on pupils' progress, independence and wellbeing.
At Westbury Junior School, we believe that inclusion is not simply about access; it is about ensuring that every child is known, valued, supported and able to flourish.
Our ethos centres on calm consistency, clear routines and a culture of belonging.
Working in Partnership
We believe that positive relationships between school and home are central to effective SEND provision. Parents and carers are partners in the graduated approach and are invited to regular review meetings to discuss progress, provision and next steps.
Where a pupil has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), Annual Reviews are held in line with Wiltshire guidance, and transition planning begins early to ensure smooth progression to the next phase of education.
The Four Broad Areas of SEND
In line with the SEND Code of Practice (2015), needs are identified within four broad areas:
Communication and Interaction including speech, language and communication needs, and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
Cognition and Learning including specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, and difficulties with memory, processing and consolidation.
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) including anxiety, emotional regulation needs, trauma-informed responses and attachment-related differences.
Sensory and/or Physical Needs including sensory processing differences, hearing or visual impairment, and physical disabilities requiring adaptations or specialist equipment.
At WJS our SEND Coordinator is Jude Sutton
Please email senco@westbury-jun.wilts.sch.uk or contact the school office on 01373 822695 should you wish to make contact.
WJS SEND Policy:
Westbury C of E Junior School SEND PolicyWJS Information Report:Westbury C of E Junior School SEND Information Report
Our SEND Information Report explains how we implement the Local Offer within our school context.
Support may include:
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Adaptive classroom teaching and scaffolding
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Small group or targeted interventions
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Emotional literacy and Thrive-informed support
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Visual timetables, structured routines and sensory adjustments
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Support from Teaching Assistants
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Access to our Resource Base provision where appropriate
We place strong emphasis on developing independence, resilience and a sense of belonging. We aim to ensure pupils feel safe, understood and successful.
WJS Accessibility Plan:
Wiltshire Local Offer
The Children and Families Act 2014 requires Local Authorities to publish information about services available for children and young people aged 0–25 with SEND. This is known as the Local Offer.
Wiltshire Local Offer is an important resource for understanding what support is available across the county.
Families can access the Local Offer via:
https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/local-offer
Concerns or Complaints
If you have any concerns about the SEND support your child is receiving, please contact the Class teacher or SENCo in the first instance so we can work together to resolve this.
Further guidance can be found in our School Complaints Procedure, available on the school website.