Special Educational Needs Department

At The John Roan we believe it is important to bring out the best in all our students and for them to make outstanding progress. The SEN (Special Educational Needs) department works with all members of school staff to actively promote the development of students with Special Educational and additional needs.

The department, under the leadership of the Vice Principal (SENCO), aims to promote learning strategies and teaching approaches that allow these Special Education Needs and additional needs to be met. Support is given to teachers to enable them to provide appropriate challenges and opportunities for success for identified students. In addition, we help students to recognise and plan for their own progress.

Specialist Learning Coaches

Our Specialist Learning Coaches have expert training in working with children who have specific learning difficulties. The team works with all school staff to identify and assess students’ needs, plan for these needs and put into practice appropriate identified strategies.

Specialist Learning Coaches have a range of evidenced based literacy and numeracy resources available and use these tools to support the progress of SEND students, aiming to reduced any gaps in learning. A wide variety of support is put in place depending on the needs of the child. This can range from individual and small group withdrawal sessions, with our specialist Learning Coaches or external professionals.

Students can have Special Educational or additional needs throughout their schooling career or at specific points, and we work with all staff to support these students at all stages.

We understand that the transition process to a new school can be a daunting experience for any parent and we try to make this process as smooth as possible. If you have concerns about the support that will be available for your child once they move to The John Roan the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator would be more than willing to meet with you to answer any questions.

Centre For Autism

At The John Roan we have the Centre for Autism (CFA), which is a designated specialist provision.

The CFA caters for up to 16 students across KS3 and KS4 living primarily in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Parents or professionals who are considering a CFA placement should first consult with the Local Authority SEN department or the SENCo at their child’s current school.