We use SEND as a shorter way to say Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Our SEN Information Report – which is part of Durham County Council’s Local Offer – provides details about how we support children and young people with Special Educational Needs in our school.
The SEN Information Report was reviewed and updated on July 5th 2022.
Intent for SEND children
At St Mary’s Catholic Primary School all children are equally valued. All children with SEND will receive a high quality and ambitious education regardless of need or disability. We believe in a wholly inclusive experience for our SEND children where they can flourish and feel safe. We intend for all our pupils to be equipped with the tools needed to become independent, inquisitive learners, both in and outside of the classroom.]
This SEND Information Report should be read alongside the school’s SEND Policy, the Equalities Information and Objectives and the Accessibility Plan which you can find in the School Policies section.
Key Contacts
- Mr David Miller is our Headteacher
- Mrs Jennifer Davies is our SENDCO
- Mr Chris Affleck is our governor for SEND
- All staff can be contacted by the school office on 01207 502657 or by emailing blackhillstmary@durhamlearning.net
SEND Admissions 
For information on the admission of pupils with a disability, please visit the School Admissions section of our website and view the Accessibility Plan in our School Policies (General Policies)section.
If you would like to discuss your child’s SEN in more detail please contact the school to arrange an appointment.
The full range of local support available for children/ young people with SEND and their families within and outside of school can be found in the County Durham Local Offer
