The group will have regard to the Department of Education Code of Practice ( 1993) on the Identifications Assessment and Education of children with Special Educational Needs. It aims to provide a welcome with appropriate learning opportunities for all children. The group will cooperate withy and seek the advice and support of, the Referral Scheme, where available, and all relevant agencies whilst respecting the rights of children and their families at all times.
Children with special needs, like all other children, should be admitted after full consultation between parents/carers, group staff, Referral Scheme Coordinator and other relevant agency workers involved. Records of the child's progress will be maintained and reviewed regularly. Parental permission will be obtained before records are released on admission to any agency.
The group will request additional assistance via the Referral Scheme for one-to-one help, assistance with fees and travels when necessary.
Full cooperation will be given to all appropriate agencies, ie therapists, social workers, health visitors, medical staff, psychologists, portage workers etc. in order to meet the specific needs of each child.
Group staff, whenever possible, will attend appropriate special needs training provided by Wales PPA and other agencies.
Staff, helpers, parents/carers and visitors who have special needs will be welcomed and supported by the groups in keeping with the Equal Opportunities Policy, with the needs of the children being of-paramount importance at all times.
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