🌈 Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

At Cottesbrooke Infant & Nursery School, we believe that every child should feel valued, included and able to succeed.

Children learn in different ways and at different speeds. Some may find aspects of learning more challenging, while others may need extra challenge to keep them motivated. Our job is to make sure that all children get the support they need to thrive.

🤝 How We Support Children with SEND

Our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) is Mr Ahmed. He works closely with teachers, parents and outside professionals to ensure that children with additional needs are identified early and supported effectively.

Support might include:

• Setting small-step targets within the classroom

• Working in smaller groups for specific learning support

• Adapting work to make it more accessible — or more challenging

• Using specific resources or strategies to meet individual needs

We are committed to ensuring that all children, including those with additional needs, access a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum. Support is reviewed regularly and adapted as children grow and their needs change.

🧠 A Flexible and Inclusive Approach

Many children will have additional needs at some point during their time with us. Often, these needs can be met through high-quality classroom teaching. Where a child needs something more specific or complex, we work in partnership with families and, where appropriate, involve external professionals.

We always keep parents informed and involved in the decision-making process.

🌟 Supporting More Able Learners

As part of our inclusive approach, we also ensure that more able children are stretched and challenged so that they continue to make excellent progress and stay engaged in their learning.

You can read more about what we offer in our SEND Information Report and School Offer below.
To learn more about wider support and services in our area, visit Birmingham’s Local Offer.

If you have any questions or would like to talk about your child’s needs, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr Ahmed via the school office.

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Policy

Information about Birmingham's Local SEND offer can be found here.