Neuro & Physical Diversity
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At The Palmer Academy, we are committed to ensuring that every child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
We believe that all children can make meaningful progress from their individual starting points and are entitled to the highest expectations, regardless of their needs or barriers to learning. Guided by our values of Kindness, Resilience and Ambition, we create an inclusive environment where every child feels safe, respected and encouraged to succeed.
We nurture resilience so that children develop the confidence to overcome challenges, and we foster ambition by inspiring pupils to aim high and achieve their personal best. Through high-quality teaching, targeted interventions, and strong partnerships with families and external professionals, we strive to ensure that every child can participate fully in school life, make excellent progress, and thrive both academically and personally.
Reading Local Offer
The Reading Local Offer provides information about services, support, and opportunities available for children and young people with SEND and their families across Reading.
Information Report
In line with emerging government guidance and the requirement for schools to publish an Inclusion Strategy by December 2026, this SEND Information Report will continue to be reviewed and developed to ensure it accurately reflects our inclusive practice, meets statutory requirements, and supports all pupils to thrive.
SEND Policy & Report
Useful Links and Support Services
We work closely with a range of specialist services to support children and families. Further information can be accessed through the links below:
Speech, Language and Communication
Speech and Language Therapy (Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust)
What is Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)?
Reading Nursery Speech and Language Advice Line
Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health
CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) Parent Referral Information:
Sensory and Specialist SEND Support
Reading Sensory Consortium Service
RISE Team (Reading Intervention and Support in Education)
Working in Partnership with Families
The services listed above offer advice, assessment, intervention, and support for children and young people with SEND, alongside guidance for parents and carers. We encourage families to explore these resources alongside our SEND Information Report to help identify the most appropriate support for their child's individual needs.
At The Palmer Academy, we recognise that positive outcomes are achieved through strong collaboration between pupils, families, school staff, and external agencies. By working together, we aim to ensure that every child receives the support they need to flourish both in school and beyond.
SENCO - Miss J Room
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