The Orchard School is a specialist provision for pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. All of our pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), and our approach is designed to meet complex needs through therapeutic support, relational practice and inclusive teaching.
This SEND Information Report outlines how we identify, support and review the needs of our learners-and how we work in partnership with families and professionals to help each child succeed.
What We Offer
Our curriculum, routines and relationships are all shaped to support pupils with:
Social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
Co-occurring neurodivergence (e.g. ADHD, ASC)
Speech, language and communication needs
Sensory processing differences
Experiences of trauma, attachment or relational disruption
Complex behaviour linked to emotional regulation
All provision is informed by Therapeutic Thinking, and guided by our Mission, Vision and Values: Everyone Matters. Everyone Cares.
How We Support SEND
Personalised learning based on EHCP Section F outcomes
Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
Trained staff with expertise in trauma-informed and relational approaches
Regular regulation and wellbeing opportunities throughout the school day
A dedicated SENDCo, supported by our leadership and Pupil Support teams
Joint planning with external professionals, including EPs, SALT, OT and CAMHS
Annual reviews and termly SEND support planning meetings
Working in Partnership with Families
We believe families are key to pupil progress.
We provide:
Regular updates and conversations
Involvement in target-setting and reviews
Support accessing services, reports and post-16 planning
A listening, non-judgemental approach to every concern