At Denver VC Primary School, we believe that every child is unique and should have the opportunity to flourish, achieve success and "Let their light shine" (Matthew 5:16). Our Christian vision reminds us that every child is valued and deserves to feel happy, safe and supported throughout their time with us.

We are committed to creating an inclusive school where all children can participate fully in school life, make good progress and develop the confidence and skills they need for the future. This includes children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

A pupil is considered to have a Special Educational Need where their learning difficulty or disability calls for special educational provision, namely provision different from or additional to that normally available to pupils of the same age.

For pupils with identified SEND, we make many adaptations to our educational provision and the school environment in order for all pupils to be fully included in all aspects of school life. We identify barriers to learning as they arise and provide appropriate support to enable every child to achieve his or her potential. 

 

Who can I talk to about SEND?

Our SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator) is Mrs Louise Jones, who is also our Headteacher. She achieved the National Award for SEN Coordination in 2018. Parents are welcome to contact Mrs Jones through the school office to discuss any concerns about their child.

Contact details:

Mrs Louise Jones
SENDCo and Headteacher
☎ 01366 383272
✉ office@denver.norfolk.sch.uk

 

Our SENDCo Assistant is Mrs Lorraine Wright. She achieved her NPQ SENCo award in 2026. Parents are welcome to contact Mrs Wright to discuss any matters regarding to SEND.

Contact details:

Mrs Lorraine Wright
Assistant SENDCo
☎ 01366 383272
✉ sendco-assist@denver.norfolk.sch.uk

 

Other Key Adults

• Our SEND Governor is Mrs Janet Wilde

• Our Chair of Governors is Dr Jonathan Webster

• Our Mental Health Lead is Mrs Louise Jones

• Our Mental Health Champions are Mrs Louise Jones and Mr Ashley Cawley

• Our Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) is Mrs Rachel Blount

 

Norfolk Local Offer

The Norfolk Local Offer brings together information that is helpful to children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and their families. It is intended to make it easier to find information about the support and services available in Norfolk. Information on Norfolk’s Local Offer can be found on the following website:

 

https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/children-and-families/send-local-offer

 

Norfolk SENDIASS

Norfolk SENDIASS provides free and impartial information, advice and support about special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) for children, young people, parents and carers. Information on the Norfolk SENDIASS can be found at:

https://www.norfolksendiass.org.uk/

Norfolk SENDIASS produces a monthly e-newsletter giving regular updates on training, news, articles and information on how they are supporting children and young people with SEND and their parents/carers in Norfolk.

 

SEND and Inclusion Support Line

Parents and schools can contact the SEND and Inclusion support line on 0333 313 7165 with any questions or queries regarding SEND.

Advisors can help with ​

• Learn how to access support for children and young people​
• Learn about the support available to your child ​
• Guidance for families and professionals looking for support and advice​
• Guidance and support for children at risk of imminent permanent exclusion​
• Guidance and advice for those considering an application for an EHCP ​

This phone line is open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, excluding bank holidays.

 

Useful SEND Websites

• www.ipsea.org.uk – A useful site for free, legally based Special Education advice
• www.autism.org.uk – The National Autistic Society website, the main UK charity for supporting people with ASD and their families (contains lots of useful advice and resources)
• www.attentionautism.com – For more information on Attention Autism and how you can support your child to develop attention and turn-taking skills
• www.special-needs-kids.co.uk – An information directory for parents and carers
• www.iassnetwork.co.uk – Advice and support for parents of children with SEN
• www.autismuk.com – Lots of information on ASD
• www.autismspeaks.org – A comprehensive site, with a useful resource library
• http://www.ican.org.uk - I CAN is the charity that helps children with speech and language difficulties across the UK. The charity works to create a society where their special needs are recognised, understood and met, so that they have the same opportunities in life as other children
• http://hypermobility.org/about-us - Hypermobility Syndrome Association provides specific information for children and their parents to help families who often just don’t know where to turn
• http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk - The BDA is the voice of dyslexic people 
• ttps://www.specialneedsjungle.com - Special Needs Jungle provides parent-centred information, news, special needs resources and informed opinion about SEND
• https://www.sendgateway.org.uk - The home of Whole School SEND - hosted by nasen
• Sensory Help Now - free sensory help for families