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08/07/23

“It was amazing. I loved her sharing her story with us. It was really inspiring!” Thank you, for inspiring our Year 6 pupils to think about their own & others’ differences in a whole new light pic.twitter.com/hF2vIEgL3k

08/07/23

Old police station, Lordship Lane, East Dulwich. Our chair recently gave two lessons to Y6 on their neighbourhood's past. This is the site of their school. pic.twitter.com/RvG1wsz2cO

08/07/23

Old police station, Lordship Lane, East Dulwich. Our chair recently gave two lessons to Y6 on their neighbourhood's past. This is the site of their school. pic.twitter.com/RvG1wsz2cO

07/07/23

We are Outstanding again 🎉🎉🎉 Take a look at our outstanding Ofsted Report here:https://t.co/E110iKFn9D pic.twitter.com/wqvKjn0woD

05/07/23

“It was amazing. I loved her sharing her story with us. It was really inspiring!” Thank you, for inspiring our Year 6 pupils to think about their own & others’ differences in a whole new light pic.twitter.com/hF2vIEgL3k

18/06/23

Thanks to everyone who came to our Summer Fayre at the weekend & to all of the organisers. A lovely day 🎉🎉🎉 pic.twitter.com/S1NIsVSSdl

22/05/23

So much fun at our PTA Fun Run on Sunday . Congrats to the staff runners & welcome to our new Head of Academy Ms Liddicoat 🎉 pic.twitter.com/6BVDpIAL58

03/04/23

Last Afternoon Tea for the Spring Term. It was a special one to bid Mrs Johnson farewell. pic.twitter.com/rKhUWRayy1

31/03/23

Have I told you, you are creative? Have I told you, you are brave? Have I told you, you Kind?Have I told you, you are smart?Have I told you never to give up? Mrs Johnson's leaving message to the children in assembly. pic.twitter.com/FIdb21apGn

21/03/23

Reception enjoying their learning working scientifically - testing which materials is magnetic. pic.twitter.com/7nMI5iG4Si

24/02/23

What an incredible atmosphere in HPAD this morning! Fitness circuit with Frederick Afrifa, International sprinter and two time national gold medalist. Thank you Sports for schools and parents for the sponsorship. pic.twitter.com/F4cELHB2Jh

19/02/23

We are looking forward to seeing our children's expression when they see the playground tomorrow. Thank you parents and to Southwark for the CGS grant. You made this possible. . pic.twitter.com/J7mhNAKHJ9

08/02/23

Happy Children’s Mental Health week! Parent workshop and year 3/4 workshops taking place in school this week pic.twitter.com/AjcKCfngIL

01/02/23

Year 4 sharing their super powers of being resilient with us today. Such beautiful voices pic.twitter.com/lqVrmrFBJa

01/02/23

Year 2 and 4 loved their science experience in the dome! pic.twitter.com/AaLDu3PoKH

21/01/23

We joined Michael, our lollipop man to celebrate a milestone birthday. The children presented a special card and gift to Michael for doing a wonderful Job, helping to keep our community safe. pic.twitter.com/4Tk5JQ19Hp

21/01/23

Spanish club shared their learning so far with SLT. We loved their enthusiasm and the progress the children have made so far learning another language! Well done 👏 pic.twitter.com/FfBc8BGvOt

21/01/23

Beautiful dragons designed by Reception children this week for Chinese New Year celebration. Well done to Willow and Chestnut class.#harrisfed pic.twitter.com/kKvZZm8t0k

21/01/23

Afternoon tea with powerful learners and powerful teacher of the week. Always great hearing all about the incredible learning happening in all year groups. pic.twitter.com/N5pBYi4cR1

18/01/23

Excellent CPD on using collaborative approach in teaching. We loved the coaching session today! pic.twitter.com/0eulnqWHK9

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SEN & Disabilities

SEN & Disabilities

Information on where the Local Authority’s Local Offer can be found at: http://localoffer.southwark.gov.uk

Thank you for taking the time to visit the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) section of our website. All pupils have the right to achieve their maximum academic and social potential.   At the Academy we believe that all pupils have learning differences rather than learning difficulties and it is our policy to identify and assess these differences and ensure that learning is supported and differentiated to ensure outstanding progress is made by all students.

We offer a range of support to develop teachers expertise and additional support within the classroom, this includes; drop-in sessions, in class training and observations from the Principal and Harris Federation Advisory Teacher for SEN, as well as specialist advice/input within the classroom.  

You will find detailed provision maps of what our Academy can currently offer for your child, depending on their needs and the support they require. You can also find questions from current parents and students. If you have any additional questions, concerns or worries, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the SEND team.

The SENCo, Scott McDonald, is responsible for SEND
Contact details: 020 3772 4573
Email: info@harrisprimaryeastdulwich.org.uk

She is supported by our Primary SEND Consultant, Adriana Verrecchia 


Harris Primary Academy East Dulwich’s visions for pupils with SEND

Harris Primary Academy East Dulwich is committed to providing an appropriate and high quality education for all children. We believe that all children, including those identified as having Special Educational Needs as well as every other student, have a common entitlement to a broad and balanced academic and social curriculum. This curriculum should be accessible to them, and they will be fully included in all aspects of Academy life. We recognise that pupils learn at different rates and that there are many factors affecting achievement, including ability, emotional state, age and maturity. We are particularly aware of the needs of our pupils, for whom maturity is a crucial factor in terms of readiness to learn. We believe that many pupils, at some time in their Academy career, may experience difficulties which affect their learning, and we recognise that these may be long or short term. At the Academy we aim to identify these needs as they arise and provide teaching and learning contexts which enable every child to achieve to his or her full potential.

It is also worth noting that from 1st September 2014, there were some changes to SEN legislation, following the Children’s and Families Act 2014. A summary of those key changes are below, but please visit the link at the bottom of the page for further information.

The SEN Code of Practice key changes

The Code of Practice (2014) covers the 0-25 age range and includes guidance relating to disabled children and young people as well as those with SEN

  • There is a clearer focus on the participation of children and young people and parents in decision-making at individual and strategic levels
  • There is a stronger focus on high aspirations and on improving outcomes for children and young people
  • It includes guidance on the joint planning and commissioning of services to ensure close co-operation between education, health and social care
  • It includes guidance on publishing a Local Offer of support for children and young people with SEN or disabilities
  •  For children and young people with more complex needs a co-ordinated assessment process and the new 0-25 Education, Health and Care plan (EHC plan) replace statements and Learning Difficulty Assessments (LDAs)
  • There is a greater focus on support that enables those with SEN to succeed in their education and make a successful transition to adulthood

To see the SEN Code of Guidance 2014, please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/325875/SEND-Code_of_Practice-June2014.pdf

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