Fishergate Primary School policy on supporting pupils with medical conditions.  This policy details the provision implemented for those with both long and short term medical needs. Supporting-pupils-with-medical-conditions

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Fishergate Primary School SEN policy.  This has been reviewed in line with the new Code of Practise and will be reviewed annually. SEN Policy 2014

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Edward Timpson from the Department for Education has written a letter to parents explaining the SEN reforms.  This letter can be found by clicking the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/348842/Parents_letter_Aug_2014_final.pdf

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Many children and adults (including myself!) have working memory difficulties.  This is a really interesting clip to explain what working memory is and how it can impact learning. http://www.ted.com/talks/peter_doolittle_how_your_working_memory_makes_sense_of_the_world#t-9544  

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WHAT IS THE SEND REPORT?  By 2014, schools are required to publish information about services they provide for children with disabilities and Special Educational Needs. This is called the ‘SEND Report. The intention is to offer choice and transparency for families,…

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Following the new Code of Practice the DfE have written a letter explaining the changes and have produced a guide for parents.  These can be found by following the links below:   DfE_Letter_to_parents_and_carers DfE_SEND_guide_for_parents_and_carers

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