At Lyonsdown, we are committed to offering all children a broad and balanced curriculum to ensure the best possible progress for all our pupils. We use the principles as detailed in the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEN and Disability Code of Practice 0-25 Years 2014 (SEND Code 2015) as appropriate for our school. Special needs at Lyonsdown is defined as being ‘if a child has a learning difficulty which calls for special educational provision to be made’. Lyonsdown is committed to early identification of SEND and intervention as appropriate. Assessments are carried out by the SENCO and Support Plans are put in place as required. Provision is a combination of in-class support and/or small group withdrawn lessons. Children may be referred to an educational psychologist or other support agencies as necessary.

For more detailed information regarding SEND, please refer to the school’s SEND Policy.