Lammack Community Primary School

Local Offer

Lammack Primary School is significantly larger than the average primary and is one of the biggest in the authority with 500 on roll.  It is organised into 17 classes of which two are mixed. The school draws children from a wide area, a considerable proportion from outside the immediate area.  The ethnic profile of the school has changed over the past few years.  During this time, there has been a very substantial increase in pupils with EAL.  99% of the intake are Asian Heritage.

The class teachers are supported by experienced teaching assistants who work very closely together to meet the needs of all our children.    In addition, we have Special Support Assistants who provide support to children who may have more complex needs. 

We are a very high achieving school and we have high expectations.  Our excellent partnership with parents and our drive to ensure every child achieves, ensures that our pupils are equipped with the knowledge, skills and real life experiences they need  to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

Who to contact

Telephone
01254 698584 01254 698584
E-mail
lammack.primary@blackburn.gov.uk
Website
https://lammackprimary.com/
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Where to go

Address
Lammack Road
Blackburn
Postcode

BB1 8LH

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Local Offer

Description
  • The school uses ICT programmes for pupils with SEN and we have touchscreen computers for pupils who struggle to use a mouse, etc.  Computers and interactive whiteboards are installed in every classroom.  We also have Eye Gaze equipment for pupils with more complex needs.
  • Visual timetables are used for some SEN pupils.
  • Special slanted boards are used for pupils with visual impairments  and tables are raised for pupils with physical disabilities.
  • To ensure all access for pupils and parents with disabilities, the school has ensured that all doorways and entrances to the school are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair if necessary.
  • There are accessible parking spaces  available for the public and disabled persons and disabled toilets are available for wheelchair users if the need should arise.
Contact Name
Nosheen Majid (SENCo)
Contact Telephone
01254 698584
Contact Email
Lammack.primary@blackburn.gov.uk
Local Offer Age Bands
5-11 years

Schools Extended Local Offer Response

How does the setting/school/college know if children/young people need extra help and what should I do if I think my child/young person may have special educational needs?

We access a range of different services to ensure that we are effectively meeting the needs of our pupils.  These include:

  • Inclusion Support Service – who provide advisory teachers for ASD/ADHD/Speech and Language/Physical Disabilities/Visual Impairment, etc.
  • Speech and Language Therapists – who provide updated programmes for our TAs to deliver in school for target pupils.
  • Education Psychologist – we have a link Psychologist who works very closely with the SENCo to carry out observations/assessments,etc with target pupils.
  • Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Services – we have an excellent partnership with these services to meet the needs of our pupils.
How will early years setting/school/college staff support my child/young person?

Our teaching and support staff have regular training to meet the needs of SEN pupils/pupils with physical disabilities.  This includes:

  • Training delivered by the SENCo  through staff meetings/department meetings/support staff meetings – with a focus on how to differentiate to meet the needs of SEN pupils, effective questioning and adapting resources, assessment and planning next steps, etc.
  • Our Educational Pyschologist has delivered sessions on setting IEP targets, planning for different groups within a classroom, meeting the needs of pupils with behaviour issues, etc
  • The Inclusion Support Team – deliver regular sessions on assessing pupils using PIVATs.  Advisory teachers have also delivered training on meeting the needs of pupils with Autism.
  • All our staff have had Moving and Handling training – to meet the needs of our pupils with physical disabilities.
How will the curriculum be matched to my child's/young person's needs?

The class teacher informs the parents at the earliest opportunity to alert them to concerns .  The parents are invited to school for a meeting to discuss concerns and they are actively engaged in their child’s learning to help address some of the areas of concerns.

The class teacher and SENCo assess and monitor the children’s progress in line with existing school practices.

The SENCo seeks advice from outside agencies where necessary.  This could be contacting the Educational Psychologist for assessments of individual pupils, the Inclusion Support Service for advice on ASD, Speech and Language, Physical disabilities, etc.  The School Nurse is also involved for advice on health care plans, Epipen/Epilepsy/Diabetic training, etc.

The SENCo works closely with parents, teachers and teaching assistants to plan an appropriate programme of intervention and support.  All classes have full time support in the mornings and some support in the afternoons.  The TAs all receive regular training on delivering high impact intervention programmes across the school.

The class teacher and SENCO can break down assessment into smaller steps in order to aid progress and help plan next steps in learning.  Additional interventions, which are timed and measured, are delivered in Reading, Writing and Maths.

Special provision is made for target SEN pupils when sitting exams/completing assessments.  Children with SEN can be supported 1:1 (if they have an IPRA), have timed breaks, be granted additional time, sit exams in a quiet setting in a small group to aid concentration.

We have an effective tracking system in operation across the school which enables us to monitor the progress of all individuals, including our SEN pupils and pupils receiving the Pupil Premium funding.

How will both you and I know how my child/young person is doing and how will you help me to support my child's/young person's learning?

We have an ‘open door’ policy at Lammack and we would encourage parents to come in and speak to the class teacher/SENCO as soon as they have any concerns about their child.

Class teachers are available to speak to parents at the end of each day.

The SENCo and Headteacher are also available to speak to parents on a daily basis.

The school has three parent evenings a year to provide opportunities for parents to discuss the progress of their child.  They also receive a mid-year and end of year report outlining progress and next steps in learning.

What support will there be for my child's/young person's overall well being?

All staff have regular training on meeting the needs of SEN pupils/pupils with disabilities or complex needs.

Class teachers work closely with the SENCo to devise IEPs (Individual Education Plans).  The IEPs have specific targets linked to Literacy/Maths/Social Communication/Behaviour, etc and they are reviewed every term.  Class teachers identify specific actions/interventions/staff involved in delivering support, etc.

Regular review meetings take place to discuss the progress being made and setting next steps.  Parents and pupils are fully involved in the whole target setting and evaluation process.

What specialist services and expertise are avaliable at or accessed by the setting/school/college?

We deliver a highly differentiated curriculum to meet the needs of all our pupils. 

Class teachers plan on a weekly basis but the pupils are assessed formally and informally throughout all lessons.  Plans are adapted accordingly to ensure all pupils can reach their full potential.

Pupils are provided with real life experiences to enrich their understanding of different aspects of the curriculum and we try to inspire pupils with wonderful topic launch days across the school.  They also have lots of opportunities to participate in educational visits to further broaden their understanding, enrich their language and develop their confidence.

Accurate assessment of pupils enables teachers to plan next steps for all pupils.

Pupils with complex needs are supported by the Inclusion Support Service.  Advisory teachers from the service help school staff in planning and delivering a highly differentiated curriculum to meet their individual learning needs.

What training have the staff supporting children and young people with SEND had? Are any being trained currently?

Teaching addresses different  learning styles: auditory, visual, and kinesthetic. Depending on the needs of the pupils, teaching approaches are adapted.

Teachers are equipped with a range of strategies to meet the needs of pupils with SEN/Disability.  The use of scaffolding, use of visual aids, etc are used to help pupils who may need additional support.

Teachers also use a range of speaking and listening activities and opportunities for oral rehearsal  to help pupils who need more time to generate their ideas before writing them down. 

As a school, we use Kagan Structures – which encourages active participation from all pupils to help them in every step of their learning.

How will my child/young person be included in activities outside this classroom including school trips?

Regular review meetings take place between the SENCO, teacher, parents and pupils.  Outside agencies that have been involved are also invited to the review meetings.  Provision being made for pupils is discussed, progress is reviewed and next steps are planned as part of the review process.

The pupils are assessed on a regular basis and progress is also monitored by the SENCO/Assessment Coordinator through the school tracking system.  Book scrutinies take place every term to monitor progress and highlight further areas for development.

Parents are sent a mid-year and end of year report – keeping them informed about progress and next steps.

Three parent evenings take place over the course of the year, giving parents further opportunities to discuss concerns/progress etc.

Parents also receive copies of evaluated IEPs and new IEPs – keeping them informed about the target setting process.

How accessible is the setting/school/college enviroment?

Parent Workshops for all parents take place every term – where parents are given valuable information about how they can support learning at home.  Parents are also given a valuable resource pack after each workshop – which includes activities that parents can complete at home with their children.  We deliver workshops on reading, writing, maths, phonics, ICT, ec.

Class teachers set up meeting with parents if they have concerns or if they feel parents can further support learning at home.

The SENCO arranges ‘Parent Conferencing’ sessions with target parents and helps them to support learning at home by providing high quality resources, workbooks, etc.

How will the setting/school/college prepare and support my child/young person to join the setting/school/college or the next stage of education and life?

We have themed weeks throughout the year – looking at anti-bullying, staying healthy, safe internet use, etc.

The SENCO is available most lunchtimes to see pupils with SEND and addresses any concerns/issues that they may have.

The Educational Psychologist  sees target pupils to support them emotionally, socially, etc.

The School Nurse provides ‘drop  in’ sessions to support pupils who may need additional support. 

A service called ‘Family Wise’ provide a ‘drop in’ every Monday lunchtime – where pupils have an opportunity to discuss any concerns they may have.

Every class has a ‘Worry Box’ to highlight anything that may be bothering them and teachers address issues through Circle Time activities.

The school nurse, SENCo or class teacher help to formulate care plans for target pupils.  All staff are made aware of children with specific medical or physical needs through meetings and documentation.    All staff are kept regularly up to date with First Aid training to ensure staff are familiar with what action to take in the event of an emergency.

How are the setting's/school's/college's resources allocated and matched to children's/young people's special educational needs?

All pupils participate in PE lessons twice every week.

We have a range of extra curricular activities which take place after school.  These include cookery, art, film, dance, badminton, tennis, drama and many more clubs!

Every child in the school is guaranteed at least one club during each academic year.

We also have a Breakfast Club and an After School Club.

How is the decision made about what type and how much support my child/young person will receive?

We have a very lengthy induction programme for pupils who join us in the Reception Year.  The parents are invited to an induction evening and this is followed by a four week Toy and Book programme, where parents and pupils are invited into school each week.  The teachers also do home visits and the new pupils spend a lunchtime and afternoon in school before they officially start in September.  This ensures we have happy, content and confident children who are not worried about starting school as they have already developed a bond with the school and the staff.  Transition meetings take place between the SENCo/class teachers and the different nursery settings.

Each year pupils visit their forthcoming Secondary School for taster sessions to help ease the transition from Year 6 to Year 7.  The tutors from the secondary schools also visit the pupils in school.

The SENCO and Year 6 teachers provide feeder schools with key information through transition meetings.

Additional visits are arranged for pupils with SEND in order to further ease the transition process.

How are parents involved in the setting/school/college? How can I be involved?

The SENCO works very closely with outside agencies to ensure that appropriate resources and equipment are allocated to target pupils.

Regular review meetings ensure that provision is evaluated and the pupils’ needs are regularly assessed to help plan next steps.

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