The
pupils are placed in mixed ability classes according to
age. Within
each class children are grouped to work at their
appropriate ability level. In maths, the children work
in ability sets in all years.
Children
of junior school age still benefit enormously from the
safety, security and pastoral continuity of working for
the majority of their time with their own class teacher.
From time to time, however, it is helpful for the
children to work with different teachers. This is an
important step in preparing them for the next stages of
their education at secondary school when they will work
with many different teachers for the various subjects.
The school employs teachers who are well known to us and
are available to take classes whilst teachers are on
courses or having some precious non contact time.
Sometimes
children will experience learning difficulties or
display emotional or behavioural problems.
If this occurs the teacher will liaise with
parents, the Special Needs Co-ordinator and Headteacher.
Extra teaching help is available for children
with special needs as well as more able children from
our own teaching and classroom support staff. If more
help is thought to be required then advice is sought
from the Special Needs Advisory Team. The Language Base,
which offers special provision for pupils with speech
and language difficulties, is an integral and valued
part of our school.
The
school follows the guidance laid down in the (revised)
Code of Practice for pupils with Special Educational
Needs. The school’s own policy sets out in more detail
the school’s approach and procedures for pupils with
special educational needs. The policy is available from
the school.