At Nuqtah Primary School, we believe that every child deserves to feel valued, understood and supported to succeed. We are proud to be an inclusive school where differences are recognised as strengths and where children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) are supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Our approach to SEND is early, thoughtful and personalised. We work closely with families and, where appropriate, external professionals to ensure that support is well-planned, meaningful and responsive to each child’s needs.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At Nuqtah:
- We hold high expectations for all pupils
- We identify needs early and respond promptly
- We adapt teaching and the environment to remove barriers
- We value strong partnerships with parents
- We listen to children and involve them in their learning
- We review and refine support to ensure impact
Support is based on individual need, not labels. A formal diagnosis is not required for a child to receive additional support.
The Local Offer
All local authorities publish a Local Offer, which explains the education, health and social care services available for children and young people with SEND from birth to 25.
Nuqtah Primary School is based in Rochdale and works in partnership with families to help them understand and access appropriate services through the Rochdale Local Offer, alongside support provided directly by the school.
Types of SEND We Support
We currently support children with a range of needs, including:
Communication and Interaction
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Speech, language and communication needs
Cognition and Learning
- Specific learning difficulties, including dyslexia
- Difficulties with attention, memory or processing
Social, Emotional and Mental Health
- Anxiety
- Emotional regulation needs
- Attachment-related difficulties
Sensory and Physical Needs
- Sensory processing differences
- Visual or hearing impairment
- Medical or physical needs requiring reasonable adjustments
How We Identify and Support SEND
Teachers carefully monitor pupils’ progress, engagement and wellbeing through day-to-day teaching, observation and assessment.
If concerns arise, these are discussed with the SENCO and parents at the earliest opportunity. Parents’ views are always valued and play a central role in decision-making.
When additional support is needed, we follow a Graduated Approach of:
Assess → Plan → Do → Review
Support may be delivered within the classroom, through targeted small-group work, or via individualised strategies, depending on need.
Working With Parents
We believe children achieve best when school and home work closely together.
We support parents by:
- Maintaining open and honest communication
- Involving parents in planning and review discussions
- Sharing strategies used in school
- Seeking consent before involving external professionals
- Keeping parents informed about progress and next steps
Parents are encouraged to speak to their child’s class teacher or the SENCO at any time if they have questions or concerns.
Involving Children
Children are encouraged to be active participants in their learning and support. This may include:
- Sharing their views and preferences
- Understanding their own targets in a child-friendly way
- Reflecting on what helps them learn
- Taking part in review discussions where appropriate
Teaching, Learning and the Curriculum
High-quality teaching is the foundation of our SEND provision.
At Nuqtah, this includes:
- Differentiated lessons matched to individual needs
- Clear routines and expectations
- Visual supports and structured guidance
- Adapted resources and teaching approaches
- Targeted adult support where required
Where additional provision is needed, this is carefully planned, time-limited where appropriate and regularly reviewed.
Adapting the Environment
We adapt the learning environment to support inclusion and independence. This may include:
- Visual timetables and task prompts
- Calm or low-stimulus working spaces
- Specialist equipment where needed
- Flexible approaches to recording and assessment
Adjustments are reviewed regularly and adapted as children’s needs change.
Emotional Wellbeing and Pastoral Support
Children’s emotional wellbeing is central to our work.
We provide:
- A calm, safe and respectful school environment
- Support for emotional regulation and social development
- Early identification of emotional or mental health needs
- Pastoral support where required
We work closely with families and external professionals when additional support is needed.
Working With External Professionals
With parental consent, we may work alongside external professionals, including:
- Educational psychologists
- Speech and language therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Health services
- Local authority inclusion teams
This ensures support is joined-up, consistent and focused on agreed outcomes.
Inclusion and Participation
All pupils at Nuqtah are encouraged and supported to take part in every aspect of school life, including trips, events and wider opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are made to ensure equality of access in line with the Equality Act.
Concerns or Complaints
If parents have concerns about SEND provision, these should be raised in the first instance with the class teacher or SENCO. If concerns remain unresolved, they may be escalated to the Headteacher in line with the school’s Complaints Policy.
Further Information
Please also see:
- SEND Policy
- Accessibility Plan
- Behaviour Policy
- Equality Policy
Rochdale Borough Council Local Offer
The Local Offer is an online resource containing information and advice about help available for children and young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), their families and carers.
The Local Offer brings together information about education, health and care services, voluntary agencies, leisure activities and support groups in one place. It also allows children and young people with SEND, their families and service providers to get involved in reviewing and developing services and support in order to make the offer more responsive to local needs and aspirations.