Trinity Catholic College

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Trinity Catholic College is 'an inclusive learning community living out Gospel Values'. At Trinity Catholic College we value all of our pupils. We believe that all children have an equal right to an education which enables them to develop fully their individual, social and academic potential. Trinity Catholic College is part of the Nicholas Postgate Academy Trust providing a comprehensive education for 11-18 year olds in a faith setting. 

Who to contact

Contact Name
Mr. Andy Rodgers
Contact Position
Head Teacher
Telephone
01642 298100 01642 298100
Website
Trinity Catholic College website
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Name
Trinity Catholic College
Address
Trinity Catholic College
Saltersgill Avenue
Middlesbrough
Postcode
TS4 3JW
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Local Offer

Description

The following report is based on the requirements set out in schedule 1 of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Regulations 2014 and paragraphs 6.79-6.81 of the SEND Code of Practice

 

The Children and Families Act (2014) reformed legislation relating to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The SEND Code of Practice is statutory guidance for organisations that work with and support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Teachers are responsible and accountable for the progress and development of the pupils in their class(es), including where pupils access support from teaching assistants or specialist staff.

At Trinity Catholic College is a mainstream Catholic secondary school with approximately 1200 students on roll (11-18). We are committed to the equal inclusion of all pupils, in all areas of School life. We recognise the diverse and individual needs of all of our pupils, from all cultures and backgrounds, and take into account the additional support required by those children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

 

We recognise that all pupils are entitled to a quality of provision, which will enable them to achieve their potential, to be healthy, safe, enjoy and achieve, make a positive contribution and achieve economic well-being. Pupils are taught along with their peers in mainstream lessons. Staff are committed to understanding the nature of each individual’s needs and how these can best be met in and beyond the classroom. Making progress is an essential element of every lesson; therefore, quality assurance checks are in place to ensure this happens.

We believe in positive interaction, removing barriers to learning, raising expectations and levels of achievement, and working in partnership with other agencies in order to provide a positive educational experience for all SEND pupils. Teachers at Trinity Catholic College are able to adapt their teaching to meet the diverse range of needs in each class. Daily planning takes into account individual pupil’s needs and requirements. Differentiation is approached in a range of ways to support access and ensure that all pupils can experience success and challenge in their learning.

A pupil has SEND if they have learning difficulties or disabilities which makes it harder for them to learn and process information at the same rate as their peers.

The following report is based on the requirements set out in schedule 1 of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Regulations 2014 and paragraphs 6.79-6.81 of the SEND Code of Practice

 

The Children and Families Act (2014) reformed legislation relating to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The SEND Code of Practice is statutory guidance for organisations that work with and support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Teachers are responsible and accountable for the progress and development of the pupils in their class(es), including where pupils access support from teaching assistants or specialist staff.

At Trinity Catholic College is a mainstream Catholic secondary school with approximately 1200 students on roll (11-18). We are committed to the equal inclusion of all pupils, in all areas of School life. We recognise the diverse and individual needs of all of our pupils, from all cultures and backgrounds, and take into account the additional support required by those children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

 

We recognise that all pupils are entitled to a quality of provision, which will enable them to achieve their potential, to be healthy, safe, enjoy and achieve, make a positive contribution and achieve economic well-being. Pupils are taught along with their peers in mainstream lessons. Staff are committed to understanding the nature of each individual’s needs and how these can best be met in and beyond the classroom. Making progress is an essential element of every lesson; therefore, quality assurance checks are in place to ensure this happens.

We believe in positive interaction, removing barriers to learning, raising expectations and levels of achievement, and working in partnership with other agencies in order to provide a positive educational experience for all SEND pupils. Teachers at Trinity Catholic College are able to adapt their teaching to meet the diverse range of needs in each class. Daily planning takes into account individual pupil’s needs and requirements. Differentiation is approached in a range of ways to support access and ensure that all pupils can experience success and challenge in their learning.

A pupil has SEND if they have learning difficulties or disabilities which makes it harder for them to learn and process information at the same rate as their peers.

Contact Name
Mrs Benita Shaw (SENDCO)
Contact Telephone
01642 298100
Local Offer Age Bands
11 -16 Years
16 -19 Years
SEN Provision Type
Universal

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?
  • At transition point from Primary feeder schools and information on Primary school visits and induction meetings
  • Standardised tests, baseline testing and CATS, which are carried out on all KS3 pupils in the second week of each Autumn term.
  • Individual teachers in subject areas who are concerned about particular pupils and refer them to the SENDCO though a Identification of need form.
  • Data capture at termly reviews identify pupils who are not making progress.
  • Screening tests in reading, spelling, number skills and intelligence levels from within school and from tests by specialists from outside agencies.
  • Parental referrals - Parents may contact the SENDCO at any time to discuss any concerns regarding their child.
  • Pupil self-referral - Staff will listen to and help pupils who feel they may have learning difficulties.
  • If concerns over a pupil are raised at a staff meeting, the matter will be brought to the attention of the SEND department, who will initiate information gathering to specify where there is a problem and act upon it.
How will early years setting/school/college staff support my child/young person?
  • Information is gathered for pupil summaries and parents are given termly updates of current and target grades. These are used to inform meetings and set new targets. Teachers may meet with parents throughout the year as appropriate to discuss individuals (this can be initiated by school or by parent/carers). Formal consultations take place in Open Evenings and Parents Evenings throughout the year.
  • Daily monitoring takes place using the ARBOR MIS system for progress and behaviour. This can lead to contact with parents by the pastoral team if necessary.
  • Pupils with EHC plans have annual reviews to determine progress and set targets. Parents participate in this review.
  • Vulnerable Pupil Meetings to support Pastoral care and wellbeing of pupils will take place weekly with actions to allow swift intervention to ensure barriers to learning can be restricted or removed.
  • Sometimes pupils benefit from the support of an external agency or service. A member of the pastoral or SEN team will always discuss this with parents. Parental consent is sought for work with external support partners.
  • Staff training is organised, as appropriate, to raise awareness of any learning, medical or social/behavioural difficulties experienced by our pupils. This may be for all staff or for individuals or groups of staff working with specific pupils.
How will the curriculum be matched to my child's/young person's needs?
  • The curriculum is directed by the Government and all pupils are entitled to study a full curriculum.
  • Data and information on pupils are circulated to all staff to inform differentiation and to ensure appropriate teaching styles, through a range of strategies collated on a Pupil Passport.
  • In KS3, all pupils are taught in set classes appropriate to their ability levels using quality first teaching to ensure targets are stretching and attainable.
  • In KS4, option choices are made, where in agreement with pupils and parents, School can tailor the curriculum to meet the needs of the pupil (within government guidelines).
  • Identified pupils will have work differentiated by class teachers to enable appropriate access.
  • In KS5, pupils will follow the curriculum of their choices. 
  • Pupils who have a Pupil Passport or EHCP will have targets that link to areas of the curriculum. These are monitored and discussed with parents at review meetings.
  • STA’s will work with some pupils in small groups within class. The SEND team also provide some withdrawal support where appropriate to meet specific learning targets in order to help pupils to access the curriculum.
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?
  • Information is gathered for pupil summaries and parents are given termly updates of current and target grades. These are used to inform meetings and set new targets. Teachers may meet with parents throughout the year as appropriate to discuss individuals (this can be initiated by school or by parent/carers). Formal consultations take place in Open Evenings and Parents Evenings throughout the year.
  • Daily monitoring takes place using the ARBOR MIS system for progress and behaviour. This can lead to contact with parents by the pastoral team if necessary.
  • Pupils with EHC plans have annual reviews to determine progress and set targets. Parents participate in this review.
  • Vulnerable Pupil Meetings to support Pastoral care and wellbeing of pupils will take place weekly with actions to allow swift intervention to ensure barriers to learning can be restricted or removed.
  • Sometimes pupils benefit from the support of an external agency or service. A member of the pastoral or SEN team will always discuss this with parents. Parental consent is sought for work with external support partners.
  • Staff training is organised, as appropriate, to raise awareness of any learning, medical or social/behavioural difficulties experienced by our pupils. This may be for all staff or for individuals or groups of staff working with specific pupils.
What support will there be for my child's/young person's overall well being?
  • Form tutors meet with pupils every day looking after wellbeing, pupil progress and ensuring they are ready to learn. There is a programme of activities for tutor time to cover a variety of social skills and to encourage development of life skills.
  • The School has a Pupil Voice system to ensure pupils can express views and opinions. Each tutor group is represented at House Council meetings and there pupils are elected to the Pupil Council. The Pupil Council meet regularly and are involved in staff interviews, in addition to contributing to many management issues and decisions. Their ideas are discussed by the Leadership Team and decisions are fed back to the pupils.
  • NPCAT and School Attendance Teams support Pastoral staff in all inclusion and attendance issues. The School Attendance Officer works across the schools in the Trust.
  • All pupils are welcomed into the Catholic Ethos of the School and benefit from the wide range of diocesan and community links. Through this our pupils develop confidence, are encouraged to value themselves and others and be part of the School and Church family.
  • Some pupils benefit from break and lunch club. There are always at least two members of the SEN team on duty to support pupils at this unstructured time of the day.
  • The School Nurse is on site for pupil ‘drop in’ sessions and to promote health and wellbeing. The School Nurse is available to meet parents and pupils to discuss concerns.
  • The school has First Aid staff to cover general school routines. Medications can be delivered under agreed guidelines as outlined in the School medication policy. We ask that parents ensure school has the correct medication.
  • Medical Care plans are written for pupils with long term medical needs which may affect them in school. Parents are expected to participate in writing the care plan. If necessary, the School Nurse will also be involved.
What specialist services and expertise are avaliable at or accessed by the setting/school/college?
  • Pupils at Trinity Catholic College benefit from staff with a wide range of experience, expertise and qualifications
  • Specialist services are used when the need arises and school/pupils can benefit from the support and advice of external agencies/services
  • Trinity Catholic College has it's own counsellor. 
  • Internal and external expertise/services school can refer to may include:

Local Authorities Specialist:

Middlesbrough SEN Team

sen@middlesbrough.gov.uk

Redcar and Cleveland SEN Team

sen@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk

 

CAMHS

0300 013 2000

 

Contact a family

northeast.office@contact.org.uk

Daisy Chain

Info@daisychainproject.co.uk

Eastern Ravens

01642 678454

Rainbows bereavement

sharon.rainbowsgb@btconnect.com

MAIN project

01642 608012

Forget-me-not

01642 608600

Future Steps

01642 807669

This is not an exhaustive list and we may access other services if needs arise through a referral process if deemed necessary

What training have the staff supporting children and young people with SEND had? Are any being trained currently?
  • All staff at Trinity Catholic College are teachers of SEND or support pupils with SEND.
  • Trinity Catholic College value staff training and ensures that full staff training programmes are in place.
  • All staff receive training in SEN issues. These sessions are usually needs driven and designed to raise awareness of interventions/processes to support individuals and specific groups of pupils.
  • SEND training is delivered by the SEND team or by external agencies/support services.
  • There is a dedicated safeguarding team within school who have received training for child protection and safeguarding issues.

 

Trust Vulnerable Learners Lead Training

  • SEND Reviewer Training - to share thoughts on the NASEN SEND Reviewer training, and to share SEND review peer working updates. (13.10.2021)
    ·         Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Training (Child on Child) (14.10.2021)
    ·         WEBINAR: Why the first 1001 days of a child's life are the most important for children in South Tees (01.11.2021)
    ·         Redcar and Cleveland and Emotionally Based School Avoidance Resource for Secondary Provision (16.02.2022)
    ·         NPCAT Secondary Schools Positive Handling Training (01.02.2022 & 02.02.2022)
    ·         Webinar – A guide to SEND law for SENCOs (18.05.2022)
    ·         Virtual CEIAG SEND training (13.06.2022)
    ·         Middlesbrough and Redcar & Cleveland Covid Learning Event Redcar & Cleveland Session (29.06.2022)

 

How will my child/young person be included in activities outside this classroom including school trips?
  • All pupils have the opportunity to participate in many varied out of school activities. Risk assessments are carried out and procedures are put in place to enable all pupils to participate. Staff arranging off site trips will discuss with parents and SEND staff the requirements needed and suitability of activities to be followed.
  • Some pupils may need support prior to visits to help them prepare and this may be supported by the SEND or Pastoral team or the Careers and Guidance officer.
  • If it is deemed that an intensive level of support is needed, a member of the SEND or Pastoral team or on rare occasions a parent may be asked to support their child on an activity.
  • No pupil will be prevented from attending an offsite visit due to their special needs providing school can ensure the safety of all pupils (Equality Act 2012).
  • Meetings with parents take place to explain residential trips including full itinerary plans, contact and health and safety rules. Procedures set in place deal with any events/incidents.
How accessible is the setting/school/college enviroment?

 

  • Ramps and handrails at entrances and in corridors exist for wheelchair access.
  • There are lifts available to provide access to all three floors. 
  • Disabled toilets within school.
  • The school employs an EAL teacher to assist in communication with students and parents whose first language is not English
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?

Transition from Primary to Trinity Catholic College:

 

  • There are on-going visits by our local Primary school to Trinity Catholic College where pupils participate in fun events and activities. Trinity Catholic College staff visit each Primary school in the Autumn term of Year 6 to provide information to assist pupils in making their choice for secondary school. There is an open evening in September for parents/carers and pupils to find out more about the school.
  • Parents of pupils already identified with SEND at Primary school will have opportunities to share information about their child throughout the transition process. The SENDCO and key staff involved in the transition and induction process will visit the Primary school and meet with pupils, teaching staff and parents to share information.
  • If a pupil has an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP), the SENDCO at Trinity Catholic College may be invited to attend the Annual Review in Year 6.
  • Vulnerable pupils are offered additional structured visits to school prior to induction days and parents are encouraged to accompany their child on these visits.

 

Transition from Primary or from another Secondary School to Trinity Catholic College:

 

  • Parents have the opportunity to discuss concerns, share information and be involved in the planning for the needs of their child at the open evenings when the SEN team and Pastoral staff are always available, or by arrangement for pupils joining the school mid-term.
  • The Pastoral team allocate new pupils to houses and tutor groups. Siblings will be in the same house. The Pastoral team take into account individual needs when allocating groups.

 

How will he or she be prepared to move onto the next stage? How will you support any new setting to receive my child?

 

Transition from Trinity Catholic College or Training Provider:

 

  • We have close links with all of the College providers in the area.
  • All KS4 pupils meet with a NPCAT Careers Lead, EHCP pupils meet with a NPCAT Director of Careers, along with the Careers and Guidance Officer, and SENDCO to ensure that pupils’ needs are matched up with appropriate Colleges and providers and that applications are completed and relevant information is shared.
  • College and training representatives regularly attend school open evenings and events to talk to parents and pupils.
  • Pupils from Y8 will have opportunities to attend various open days, taster events run by colleges, and training providers. Many visits take place toward the end of Year 10.
  • Once a decision has been made, it is possible to develop an individual transition plan for vulnerable pupils with additional accompanied visits as needs arise.

 

Transition from Trinity Catholic College to another secondary or Special School:

 

  • If a pupil is leaving us to move on to a different Secondary or Specialist provision we will liaise closely with parents and the future school to ensure a smooth transition for the pupil.
  • An individual transition plan will be put in place.
How are the setting's/school's/college's resources allocated and matched to children's/young people's special educational needs?
  • All resources are allocated in accordance with the data and information held by the school relating to each pupil.
  • Resources will be matched to the young person’s special educational need depending upon a range of factors including their level of ability, rate of progress and overall wellbeing.

 

How is the SEND budget allocated?

 

  • Trinity Catholic College has a range of SEND provision that is matched to the needs of the individual and supported by Higher Needs Funding.
  • The SEND department has a small classroom called ‘The Hub’ for a range of interventions, for specific targeted support, which may include a 1 hour 1-1 targeted intervention for example ELSA, group workshops, reading and numeracy work, counselling or mentoring.
  • The SEND team consists of staff working across a range of provision and support.
How is the decision made about what type and how much support my child/young person will receive?

Additional adults are used flexibly to help groups and individual pupils with a long-term goal of developing independent learning skills. Monitoring takes place to avoid pupils becoming over reliant and dependent on this adult support.

 

  • The amount of provision will be decided depending on the needs of the pupil
  • Decisions are based on the evidence school has collected and from talking to everyone involved with the pupil.
  • From talking to the pupil and parents to understand what they see as priority for provision.
  • Decisions will also take into account the advice and recommendations of other professionals working with the pupil.
  • Effectiveness of intervention will be monitored by the SEN team and at school review points.
  • Pupils may have access to a provision to support dyslexia, develop literacy, numeracy and dyspraxia in the form of:
  1. Targeted small group intervention during tutor time or allocated timeslots.
  2. Focused reading lessons, allowing opportunity for individual reading.
  3. Access to laptop /computer suits.
  4. Reader pens.
  5. Different coloured exercise books and coloured overlays.
  6. Access to special arrangements for all examinations.

 

 

Pupils may have access to provision to support difficulties associated with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the form of:

 

  • Drop in session to the Station for unstructured times of the day (Break and lunch club).
  • Time out card and quiet areas.

 

Pupils may have access to provision to support difficulties associated with visual or hearing impairment in the form of:

  • Access to monitoring through External Visual Impaired or Hearing Impaired Services. 
  • Access to special arrangements for all examinations
How are parents involved in the setting/school/college? How can I be involved?

Parents/Carers of pupils already identified with SEND at primary school will be able to share information about their child in Y5, Y6 or throughout the transition process. The SENDCO and key staff involved in the transition and induction process will visit the primary school and meet with pupils, teaching staff and parents to share information, Covid-19 permitting.

Vulnerable pupils are offered additional structured visits to school prior to induction days and parents are encouraged to accompany their child on these visits.

Parents have the opportunity to discuss concerns, share information and be involved in the planning for the needs of their child at an open evening when the SEND team are always available.

When pupils are identified as having additional needs (SEND Support – K), they will benefit from the support of a Pupil Passport. This will be written by the SEND Team in agreement with the pupil, staff and parents and reviewed throughout the year.

Reviews take place at least annually for those with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP). All services working with the child are invited to attend these meetings to share and plan with parents how best to meet the needs of the pupil.

Parents are kept up to date with their child’s progress through regular reports, review days and parents’ evenings. Parents’ views are always welcomed and listened to. We believe parents should always be involved in planning support for pupils.

All teachers at Trinity Catholic College have responsibility for the teaching and monitoring of pupils with SEND. This is the first principle of the new SEND Code of Practice.

Trust Vulnerable Learners Lead with support from the SENDCO will have overall responsibility for providing support for SEND pupils and will monitor their progress.

Support may be offered through small group work as part of a targeted intervention strategy or on a 1:5 basis within the classroom, or a combination of these depending on the particular need. Support may be provided by a member of the SEN team, the SENDCO, other teaching or support staff or through an external agency or service.

EHCP reviews are organised by the SENDCO and the Local Authority link officer. Parents are encouraged to have contact with the SEND team throughout the school year.

SEND Support Pupils will have Pupil Passports with clear targets and success criteria which is written in partnership with parents, pupils and school.

Reports are sent to parents at least twice throughout the academic year and there are two parent review days in addition to parents’ evenings where SEND staff are available to meet with parents.

Page last reviewed: 28/03/2023

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