St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
SEND
Without exception, every child at St Margaret's CE is valued. We recognise that every child is unique, therefore we endeavour to empower our pupils and provide them with opportunities to develop and flourish irrespective of their individual learning difficulties. We are committed to discovering and supporting the individual potential of every child and we aim to provide teaching and learning experiences that are exciting and fulfilling experience for everyone at our school. This is done in consultation with the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Code of Practice (2017), The Equality Act (2016), The Children and Families Act (2017) and correlating school policies.
SENDCo - Saira Fazal
Contact: s.fazal@st-margarets.manchester.sch.uk
Inclusion Provision
In school, we tailor support for children who require a personalised curriculum and environment in order to progress within school.
In addition, a team of learning mentors supports those pupils with social and emotional needs who may need some additional time during each day.
Useful websites for parents
SENDIASS Manchester
SENDIASS offers information, advice and support to children, young people and parents/carers about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
SPACE (Supporting Parents and Carers Endeavour) Group
A parent-led group that aims to offer unique support sessions for parents/carers of children with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) – a group with a difference.
CAMHS
MFT CAMHS is a specialist mental health service for children and young people, providing services across Manchester, Salford and Trafford. They offer assessment, diagnosis, treatment and support for young people who are experiencing problems with their emotions, behaviour or mental health.
Manchester Local Offer
Click the link to read the latest bulletin from Manchester City Council for SEND families.
Manchester City Council Family Hubs
Family Hubs bring together services for families with children of all ages (0–19) or up to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). At the core of the offer is an enhanced Start for Life offer, which provides support to parents and carers from a child’s conception until their second birthday.
Witherslack Group
Provide support, advice, and guidance for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs (SEN), as well as for professionals working within the SEN sector
Talbot House
Talbot House is a charity (founded 1976) that provides support services for parents and unpaid carers of children and adults with learning disabilities who live in the Manchester area.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
What is Autism?
This video shows how autism can affect everyday life and how you can help support and understand autistic people.
National Autistic Society
Information and Support for Autistic people and their families
I AM
A UK-registered charity supporting individuals aged 16 and over who have a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition (including Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder), along with their families, guardians, and carers across Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester Autism Consortium and GM Autism
A point of contact for autistic people, family members and professionals.
ADHD
What is ADHD?
ADHD in children and young people overview
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a condition where the brain works differently than most people. Children and young people with ADHD may have trouble with things like concentrating and sitting still. There are ways to help manage the symptoms of ADHD.
ADHD UK
A registered charity founded in 2020 to support everyone affected by ADHD. They raise awareness, reduce stigma, and fund research to improve lives across the UK.
Young Minds
If your child has ADHD, or you think they might, Young Minds have information on professional help and diagnosis. They also have practical advice on supporting them with their ADHD and mental health.
Dyslexia
British Dyslexia Association
Find out more about what Dyslexia is and signs of Dyslexia.
Resources to support Dyslexia at home
Speech and Language
Speech and Language UK
Resources to help you spot signs, learn about milestones, and find simple ways to support your child at home.
Speech and Language Link
Visit the Portal for more advice on supporting young people with their speech, language and communication.
Manchester Local Care Organisation
Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) provides a citywide service offering assessment, diagnosis and appropriate management of children aged 0-16 years who have speech, language and communication needs.
Speech and Language Therapy Workshops
Interaction is the building block to communication. The first workshop gives you ideas on how to build fun interactions with your child so that they can start to communicate with you and send you messages.
Children’s understanding of language usually develops before they start to use language themselves. This second online workshop gives you ideas on how to support your child’s understanding in their daily routines.
Children send us messages in many ways on a daily basis. The final workshop will give you ideas on how to interpret your child’s messages, help them learn new words and how to create opportunities to help them send you more messages.
SALT Advice leaflets:
Stages of Communication Development
Social Communication
Looking and Listening
Specialist support schools
Primary Schools
- The Birches Specialist Support Primary School West Didsbury, Manchester
- Ashgate Specialist Support Primary School Wythenshawe, Manchester
- Rodney House Specialist Support Primary School Longsight, Manchester
- Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Moston, Manchester
- The Grange Primary School Gorton, Manchester
High Schools
- The Grange High School Longsight, Manchester
- Lancasterian High School West Didsbury, Manchester
- Rodney House Specialist Support High School Longsight, Manchester
- Melland High School Gorton, Manchester