Welcome to The Oaks SEND information page.
If you have any concerns about your child or would just like some advice and support, you can contact the school SENCo, Amy Shaw at shawa@the-oaks.bolton.sch.uk or via the telephone number 01204 333171.
What is a special need? In England, the government defines special needs as: A child has special educational needs if they have a learning problem or disability that make it more difficult for them to learn than most children their age. They may have problems with schoolwork, communication or behaviour. ‘Special educational needs’ is a legal definition and refers to children with learning problems or disabilities that make it harder for them to learn than most children the same age.
SEND Information Report
Find our report on the SEND information.
SEND Local Offer
Find information on the SEND local offer.
Accessibility Plan
Find information on our accessibility plan.
SEND Code of Practice
Read the code of practice.
SEND Policy
Here is our latest SEND Policy.
Early Help
Bolton Early Help Offer.
Bolton SEND Handbook
Local information regarding SEND.
SENDIASS
Free support and information for children, young people and their families.
SEND Governors Report
View the up to date report.
North West Send Newsletters
Local information regarding SEND.
Bolton Parent Carers
Information and advice for parents who are carers in Bolton.
Main Areas of SEND
ADHD is a condition that is defined through analysis of behaviour. People with ADHD show a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity–impulsivity that interferes with day-to-day functioning and/or development.
Autism
Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which affects how people communicate and interact with the world.
Dyspraxia
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. DCD is formally recognised by international organisations including the World Health Organisation. DCD is distinct from other motor disorders such as cerebral palsy and stroke, and occurs across the range of intellectual abilities. Individuals may vary in how their difficulties present: these may change over time depending on environmental demands and life experiences, and will persist into adulthood.
Neurodiversity
Information about a range of neurological learning differences including ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and Disgraphia, see the following links.
Speech, Language and Communication
Children with Speech, Language & Communication Needs may have difficulty with many aspects of communication. These can include difficulties with fluency, forming sounds and words, formulating sentences, understanding what others say and using language socially.