Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Lakenham Primary School is fully committed to being an inclusive environment where every child, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), is valued, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. We recognise that all children learn differently, and we work closely with families to ensure that individual needs are understood, respected, and met with care and high expectations.
We provide a nurturing, flexible approach that removes barriers to learning and celebrates every child’s strengths. Through personalised support, targeted interventions, and a strong focus on wellbeing, we ensure that pupils with SEN feel included, confident, and are able to achieve their full potential. Inclusion is at the heart of our school community, and we are proud to welcome and champion every learner.
The SEND Team
The SEND Team at Lakenham Primary School is led by Jess Morrison.
Jess is the Deputy Head for Inclusion. Jess is contactable via the school office on 01603 8777 80 or office@lakenhamprimary.org.uk.
Jess is supported by a SENDCo Assistant, Lindsay Arnold and a Language Champion, Katie Stapleford.
SEND Information Report & SEND Policy
There is a wealth of SEND support available at Lakenham Primary School. Details of the specific SEND support and process can be found in the school's SEND Information Report. This is updated annually.
The is further information in the school's SEND policy which can be found here.
SEND Local Offer
There is a wealth of information and local support available to parents through the Norfolk SEND Local Offer. We recommend having a look to see what local, SEND friendly events are on offer.
Sunflowers
Lakenham Primary School introduced an Enhanced SEND Provision (ESP) in Spring 2024. This is a continually developing offer for our pupils with significant, complex, additional needs.
If you would like to find out more about Sunflowers, please get in touch with Jess via the office - 01603 8777 80 office@lakenhamprimary.org.uk
Admission arrangements
If your child has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) you will not follow the typical admissions process. Instead you will need to contact your EHCP co-ordinator. They will guide you through the admissions process.
If you child does not have an EHCP but does have some form of special educational need or disability, you can follow the typical admissions process found here. We encourage you to please come in and talk to the Headteacher and SENDCo about how we would be able to support your child before you apply. We are a very inclusive school and have been able to support a wide range of children to achieve their potential.
Accessibility plan
Steps are taken to prevent pupils with disabilities from being treated less favourably than other pupils within a maintained school environment. the building is accessible, including having a lift, disabled toilets and ramps.
Read the accessibility plan for more details.
