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At Parson Street Primary School, we firmly believe that “get it right for children with SEND and you get it right for everyone.” This principle lies at the heart of everything we do and reflects the incredible journey we have been on to develop and continually strengthen our SEND provision.
We are immensely proud of our inclusive ethos and the expertise our staff bring to supporting children with a wide range of needs. Inclusion isn’t an add-on here – it’s embedded in our culture. Every member of our team is committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of background, ability or starting point, feel valued, respected and able to thrive.
Our school is a trauma-informed environment, and our staff are skilled and confident in supporting pupils through a nurturing, empathetic approach. We understand that behaviour is a form of communication, and we work holistically to build trusting relationships that support children’s emotional and academic growth.
Our SEND provision is underpinned by the latest guidance and research – including the EEF’s SEND recommendations – and is centred around:
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Creating a positive and supportive environment for all pupils, without exception
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Building a deep, ongoing understanding of each child’s needs
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Ensuring access to consistently high-quality teaching
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Enhancing this with carefully targeted interventions and personalised support
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Working in effective partnership with our talented team of teaching assistants
Everything we do is shaped by our vision to empower all to create opportunities for life-long learners in our communities. Our inclusive practice helps remove barriers to learning, promote equality, and foster a sense of belonging – for every child. We celebrate diversity and champion the idea that through difference, we grow stronger together.
At Parson Street, inclusion is not just a policy – it’s a practice. And we are proud of the compassionate, skilled, and forward-thinking team that brings it to life every day.
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Please see our SEND Information Report below for more details on how we support SEND at Parson Street:
If you would like to discuss the needs of your child or have questions or concerns, please get in touch with our SENDCos – Mrs A Madams or Mrs H Read, who can be contacted via the office or by emailing:
sendco@parsonstreet.com
If you would like to discuss a concern with us, please do come and speak with us. It is important to us that we work together to resolve any issues. Further details can be found in the Complaints policy here: https://parsonstreet.com/key-information/key-policies-and-procedures/
Bristol SEND Offer
Information about SEND and the support available from the Local Authority, please visit:
www.bristol.gov.uk/web/bristol-local-offer
This page includes information about Bristol Local Authority’s Written Statement of Action following their Ofsted inspection in 2019:
Useful Contacts
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- To contact a member of the Bristol Autism Team please see details here.
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- Association of Young People with ME – a chance for young people confined to home by ME to have online friends and discussions and to find out about their condition. http://www.ayme.org.uk/
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- Autism Oxford – raising awareness of autism with frequent conferences and talks accessible online. http://www.autismoxford.org.uk/
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- Bristol Parents/Carers http://www.bristolparentcarers.org.uk/ A local support group whom meet regularly.
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- British Dyslexia Association http://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/ a useful website with information about dyslexia, assessment and identification, exam concessions etc.
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- Health Talk Online http://www.healthtalk.org/ a useful website which can give you information about particular issues facing parents of children and young people with autism such as getting a diagnosis to dealing with puberty.
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- Mastering Memory http://www.masteringmemory.co.uk/ Boosting working memory programs for children 2-11 or 11-adult
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- National Network for Parents and Carers http://www.nnpcf.org.uk/ This forum is funded by the government and provides support and an opportunity to link with other parents or carers.
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- Sense https://www.sense.org.uk/ An association that supports the deaf/blind.
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- Young Minds http://www.youngminds.org.uk/ a national charity committed to improving the mental health of all children, advice about depression, eating disorders, and other mental health issues affecting children, see website for details.
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- Preparing for Adulthood http://preparingforadulthood.org.uk/
Other services available in Bristol –
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- Bristol Local Offer https://www.bristol.gov.uk/council-and-mayor/policies-plans-and-strategies/social-care-and-health/the-bristol-send-local-offer
