SEND

At John Ferneley we are committed to ensuring that students have access to a broad and balanced curriculum. Our approach to SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) support begins with high quality, inclusive teaching in the classroom. Subject teachers deliver engaging lessons with adaptive strategies to ensure that all learners can access the curriculum. This is known as our Universal Provision. We want our students to attend lessons with their peers, promoting inclusion and success.

We recognise that some students may need additional support beyond the universal offer and for some students, they may have access to additional interventions, or we may consider applying for additional resources, such as:

• An Educational, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP)
• SEND Intervention Funding

To view the 'Criteria for SEND Register' for further information on the type of support offered at JFC, click here. A copy of this document can also be found at the bottom of the page.

The aim of the SEND department is to develop and promote the values of the college: hard work, kindness and resilience. We want our students to become confident and independent learners; to feel safe and have a sense of belonging so they can thrive as learners and individuals in a positive and inclusive environment.

The team consists of a SEND Leader (SENDCo), Deputy SEND Leader, Assistant SEND Leader,  SEND Administrator and a team of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) who work across all subjects and year groups.

The SEND hub is the base for SEND at the college. Students may access this space at both lunch and break times or if they need time to regulate at any point throughout the school day. We are open until 4pm on a Monday, Tuesday and Thursday offering homework support to any student who wishes to access this.

Parents/carers, staff and students can seek advice from the team during the working day. We will endeavour to return calls, emails and messages within 3 working days.

To contact the team, please email [email protected] or contact the college on 01664 565901.

To read more about Leicestershire County Council's Local SEND offer - click here