Monitoring and Reporting Progress

Most students arrive at Small Haven School with a Statement of Special Educational Needs. Occasionally the statementing process is underway or pending. Each student is observed carefully during the first few weeks at school and reports on his/her behaviour and ability are monitored and recorded on an Initial Assessment Report. During this time staff liaise closely with the child and his/her parents/carer and an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is prepared with specific targets. These targets are monitored and reviewed on a regular basis. Brief weekly and larger termly reports are produced for parents/carers and students and copies sent to all relevant professionals. Weekly reports are designed to be read to the students by parents and carers. They highlight progress and success in particular and are intended to illustrate the fact that the school regularly communicates with all significant persons and agencies working with individual children. A ‘Special Achievements Book’ is kept to record particular events and progress achieved by individuals both in and outside of school.

Reviews of SEN Statements occur at least annually with the participation of all significant individuals. In addition ‘looked after’ children will have LAC Reviews (every 6 months) and Personal Education Plans. These meetings are arranged by social workers but a representative of the school attends to give significant input. Our contribution to these meetings is important not least because it is an opportunity to work closely together with other professionals and agencies concerned with individual children.