Special Educational Needs and Disability

At Riverhead Infants' School we recognise that every child is unique and special. We also recognise that children may require extra support to address their individual needs; where this is the case, additional provision is made to facilitate their learning and progression.

Within our rich and varied curriculum, every child is given opportunities and support, in a safe, nurturing environment which should facilitate each child's opportunity to reach their potential. All staff are committed to meeting the needs of all our children and strive to break down any barriers which could potentially prevent children from making progress and feeling proud. We aim to quickly identify children who are making limited progress and provide targeted interventions and support to meet their need. 

As a school, we recognise the importance of not only supporting academic progress but social and emotional skills. We are an accredited Nurture UK school and take pride in the way we nurture children to have the confidence to become confident, happy learners.

All staff are aware of SEND within our school community and are equipped with the skills, information and training required to support all pupils. Riverhead is rightly proud of its ethos of inclusion, ensuring all children receive the support, care and encouragement to succeed in our mainstream environment. We are a fully inclusive school and work alongside the Local Authority health professionals and community organisations to find the most effective and appropriate support for pupils in our care.

If you have any concerns or wish to discuss SEND for your child, please contact Emma Clarke (SENCo) via the school office:

office@riverhead.kent.sch.uk

The following documentation will offer guidance and support: