School Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND)
The Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014 require schools to publish information about their provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We hope that parents and carers of current and prospective pupils find the information in our SEND Information Report, Local Offer and SEND Policy helpful. We welcome enquiries and encourage anyone seeking further information to contact the school.
We are an inclusive mainstream school that supports children and young people with a wide range of needs. Through high-quality teaching, reasonable adjustments and targeted support, we aim to ensure that all pupils can access the curriculum, participate fully in school life and achieve their potential.
We currently support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Identifying SEND
Children with SEND are identified as early as possible. Concerns may be raised by parents and carers, previous settings, school staff or external professionals. Identification is based on a range of information, including a child's wellbeing, progress, attainment, communication skills, behaviour and social development.
Staff regularly monitor pupils' progress through ongoing assessment and termly pupil progress meetings led by the Senior Leadership Team. In addition, SEND review meetings are held to ensure that class teachers have opportunities to discuss the needs, progress and support arrangements for pupils with SEND.
Where concerns are identified, the class teacher will work in partnership with the child, their parents or carers, the SENDCo and, where appropriate, external professionals. Together, they will identify desired outcomes and determine the most appropriate support.
Support may include:
- High-quality inclusive classroom teaching and adaptations
- Targeted interventions in identified areas of need
- Advice and support from specialist services
- Individualised programmes and reasonable adjustments
- Referrals to external agencies where additional assessment or support is required
The SENDCo maintains the SEND register and monitors the progress and provision of pupils who require additional support across the school.
Working in Partnership with Parents and Carers
If you have concerns about any aspect of your child's education, your first point of contact should be the class teacher. Teachers are available at the end of the school day and can arrange a longer appointment if needed.
The class teacher may involve the SENDCo where appropriate. Alternatively, parents and carers are welcome to contact the SENDCo (Mrs Barber) directly via the school office or via email: head@hollinhey.cheshire.sch.uk
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SEND information report / Local Offer
Further details of our Special Educational Needs Provision is contained in our SEND information report which forms part of the Local-Authority wide local offer. This document can be found below.
The Local Offer offers information for parents, in a single place. The Local Offer helps children, young people and their parents to understand what services and support they can expect from a range of local agencies - including their statutory entitlements. On the Local Offer, you will find information about national and local services and organisations which can offer support to Cheshire East families. There are also details of clubs, groups and activities especially for children and young people with disabilities and special educational needs (SEND).
The Cheshire East Toolkit for Inclusion is aimed at all educational providers and outlines the provision and support that Cheshire East Council expects to be in place in all educational settings which support children and young people with SEND in the Cheshire East area. You can find further information regarding the toolkit here: Cheshire East Toolkit for Inclusion
SEN Information Report Autumn 2025
Click here for AET Special Educational Needs and Disability Policy
Further Advice & Support
Cheshire East’s Information, Advice and Support service (CEIAS) provides a free confidential and impartial service. As detailed in the SEND code of practice, each Local Authority must provide a service that provides Information, advice and support to parents, carers and young people from 0-25 years of age.
Their main aim is to empower parents by providing information, advice and support around a child’s special educational need. The team is also able to provide direct information, advice and support to young people (aged 16-25) in their own right, if requested, in line with the Children and Families Act 2014.
They offer a wide range of support from telephone/email as well as arranged face to face meetings where appropriate. The service will also signpost to other relevant services and sources of support.Cheshire East Information Advice & Support website
Space4Autism is a registered charity that supports families and children living with Autism. They run various activities and clubs for children and training courses for adults.
Cheshire East Livewell If you are looking for guidance, information, or support relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Cheshire East’s Local Offer provides clear, up‑to‑date advice for families. You can explore their SEND support services, including where to find help, who to contact, and what is available locally.
Just Drop In Just Drop In run a variety of training workshops specifically for parents, which are free and take place throughout the year.
The Sleep Charity is a charity that supports children and their families with sleep difficulties.
CAMHS Advice Line is an advice line that parents can call for advice and support regarding their childs mental health. The advice line is open Monday - Friday, 5pm - 10pm and 12pm - 8pm during the weekend. 01244 397644
Neurodiversity Support Pathway a website that supports families of children and young people who may be neurodivergent.
Autistic Girls Network are a small registered charity working to support, educate and bring change.