SEND and Inclusion

Our aim is to encourage everyone who attends Mepal and Witcham CofE Primary School to CARE for themselves, others and the wider world.

Our Universal Offer incl. SEND


At our core, we believe every child deserves access to outstanding support, which is why we offer an inclusive and incredible universal offer designed to meet the needs of all learners. Our commitment to equity and excellence is reflected in our carefully structured 3 waves of provision (see Universal Offer Incl.SEND tab). This wave approach ensures that every child - regardless of their starting point - receives the right level of tailored and directed support. From high-quality universal teaching strategies to targeted group interventions and specialist one-to-one support, our provision is designed to nurture potential, remove barriers, and help every child thrive.


What does the local offer cover?

The local offer will include information about health and social care services, education, leisure activities and support groups in the area for children and young people aged 0 – 25 with SEND and their families.

There will be information about:

  • Services and support available
  • How children and young people’s needs are identified and assessed
  • The way schools, colleges and maintained nurseries support children and young people with SEND
  • How to access services and how decisions are made
  • Preparation for adulthood and independence
  • Arrangements for making a complaint and mediation
  • How to comment on the local offer

The Department for Education’s draft SEN Code of Practice and regulations outlines the range of information to be included in the local offer.

Why is the local offer important?

The local offer will help parents, carers and young people to see clearly the range of services and support that are available in their local area and understand how to access them.


SEND Local Offer - information for Parents

Our Commitment To SEND

At our school we are committed to working together to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs, to ensure that all children, regardless of their specific needs, make the best possible progress in school.

The needs of pupils with a Special Educational Need/s are met within the classroom or small group work. Our SEN information Report has been produced with members of staff and will be reviewed annually with the help and guidance of parents, governors and pupils. Please see below link to view the report in full.


Name of SENCO: Mrs J Maginnis

Name of Head: Mr C Snuggs


If you think your child may have SEN, please speak to their class teacher, SENCO or contact the school office to make an appointment on 01353 778 300.


SEND Information Report Universal Offer Incl. SEND SEND Local Offer - information for Parents SEND Support for Parents



For more information and services, do click on the links below:

SEND services Mental Health Online Safety