Our Special Educational Needs Coordinator is Mrs Jennifer Gibb who can be contacted via the school on 01246 472540  or at sendco@poolsbrook.derbyshire.sch.uk.  

At Poolsbrook Primary Academy our guiding principle is one of inclusion. We seek to identify, break down and remove barriers to learning to ensure that every child takes an active role in our school community.

The Government's SEND Code of Practice requires a graduated approach to special educational needs. The early stages are school based, and may involve your child receiving extra help from the school. If your child does not make the expected progress with extra help from within the school, it might be recommended that a detailed assessment of your child is considered. This will only happen after discussion with you. 

Derbyshire's Local Offer and Information

Please find the link to Derbyshire's Local Offer for further information.

• Derbyshire Local Offer Information for young people & children with SEND, families and professionals

SEND Information Report

• SEND information report 2024.pdf

SEND Policy/Accessibility Plan

• SEND policy 2024.pdf
• Accessibility Plan 2024-27.pdf

Useful Links for Parents:

• British Dyslexia Association
• YoungMinds | Mental Health Charity For Children And Young People | YoungMinds
• National Autistic Society
• Autism Education Trust
• Children's mental health services (CAMHS) - Derby and southern Derbyshire :: Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
• Welcome to the Derbyshire Information, Advice and Support Service for SEND - Derbyshire Information, Advice & Support Service for SEND