Arthur Mellows Village College

Delivering learning for life within an aspirational culture

Special Educational Needs

SEND Provision Offer

Supporting Every Student to Belong, Thrive and Succeed

At Arthur Mellows Village College, we believe every young person deserves to feel valued, included and supported to achieve their full potential. Our caring and dedicated Inclusion Team works closely with students, families, staff and external professionals to provide personalised support that enables every student to flourish.   Our person-centred approach recognises that every child is unique. By understanding each student's strengths, interests and needs, we help remove barriers to learning, build confidence, encourage independence and prepare students for a successful future.

A School Where Everyone Belongs

We strive to ensure every student feels:

  • Safe, happy and respected
  • Included in all aspects of school life
  • Confident to be themselves
  • Supported to achieve their personal best

High-quality, inclusive teaching is at the heart of everything we do.

How We Support Our Students

Inclusive Teaching

Our experienced staff support students with a wide range of additional needs. Regular training ensures teaching is engaging, accessible and responsive to individual learning needs.

Specialist Facilities 

Our Inclusion Department offers welcoming spaces to support learning and wellbeing, including:

Literacy and numeracy support areas

Quiet learning spaces

Sensory regulation rooms

A sensory garden for outdoor learning and wellbeing

A life skills kitchen to develop independence and healthy living skills

Personalised Support

Support is tailored to each student's individual needs and may include:

  • Pupil Passports
  • Trusted Adult support
  • Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) sessions
  • Homework support
  • Supported lunchtime clubs and social groups
  • Visual timetables and organisation strategies
  • Small-group interventions
  • SEN Tutor Groups

Working Together

Our skilled Teaching Assistants work alongside teachers to adapt learning, develop independence and provide the right level of support. We work in partnership with parents, carers and external professionals because we know that strong relationships lead to the best outcomes for our students.

Preparing for the Future

Our aim is not only to help students achieve academically, but also to develop the confidence, resilience and life skills they need for adulthood.