John Clare Primary School Hosts Successful SEND Support Event for Parents

John Clare Primary School, located in Helpston, Peterborough, recently hosted its first drop-in coffee session for parents of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

As part of the Soke Education Trust, the primary school demonstrated its commitment to supporting families and providing inclusive educational experiences through this inaugural event. The coffee session brought together various support organisations, professionals, and agencies to offer guidance and assistance to families.

"Our aim was to create a welcoming space where parents could access valuable resources and connect with others facing similar challenges," said Abi Kefford, SENCo at John Clare Primary School. "We're thrilled with the turnout and the valuable discussions that took place between parents, our area SENCo, SEND governor, and representatives from the Peterborough City Council SEND Information Hub."

Cathy Carlisle, CEO of Soke Education Trust, emphasised the importance of community support, stating, "In today's fast-paced world, nurturing our children's mental health is just as crucial as their academic achievements. We are committed to developing collaborative practices that support every child and family in our trust".

The event featured representatives from multiple support organisations, who provided attendees with crucial information and advice. Parents had the opportunity to meet with SENCos and staff from other local primary schools across Soke Education Trust, creating an environment for sharing ideas and experiences.

Building on the success of this initial session, the school plans to host another SEND coffee and catch-up event in the summer term, featuring additional visitors who can share their expertise and services for local children and families.

We are celebrating the published end of Key Stage 2 data from the end of last academic year. These amazing results are testament to the hard work of the children and staff and are a reflection of our continuous drive for school improvement - we are super proud!

We're supporting #ChildrenInNeed and #antibullyingweek2024 by wearing something spotty and odd socks! The children (and staff) always enjoy taking part and we have seen some fantastic outfits! Thank you to all families who have made donations directly to BBC Children in Need

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