Manadon Vale’s approach to supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) aims to ensure that all children are provided with equal access to the resources and opportunities available in our school.
At Manadon Vale we work hard to ensure that all children are included and have the support that they need. We embrace the fact that every child is different, and therefore the educational needs of each child are different. To achieve this we use a child-centred approach and staff respond to each child as an individual.
You can find out more about how we support children with SEND at our school by reading our SEND Information Report and our SEND policy.
The SEND Team at Manadon Vale
Mrs Ruth Kimberlee is the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) and can be contacted through the school office or by email at [email protected]. She is responsible for co-ordinating all support for children with additional needs at Manadon Vale.
Mrs Sarah Howe is the school’s Pastoral Support Worker (PSW). She is responsible for providing pastoral support for pupils who may need additional support under the direction of the SENDCo.
Mrs Vanessa Chidgey is the school’s Designated Teacher for Looked After Children (LAC) and Previously Looked After Children (PLAC). She will attend any additional meetings for LAC or PLAC and works closely with the SEND team. Mrs Chidgey is also the Senior Mental Health Lead at Manadon Vale. She can be contacted on [email protected].
Who else can provide support and advice for my family?
Mrs Jo Stapleton is our Family Support Advisor (FSA). She can be contacted through the school office or by email at [email protected].
Advice and information from a wide variety of support groups and organisations can also be accessed using the links listed on this page.
We often hold workshops and coffee mornings for our parents and carers of children with SEND at Manadon - keep an eye on the weekly Friday Flyer and also check our school Facebook page to find out more!
