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.


