At Standlake Primary School, we are committed to fostering a warm, inclusive, and supportive community where every child can flourish. Guided by our vision — “We are a community where every member is a light in the world, full of unique gifts, potential, and purpose” — we strive to ensure that all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve and shine in their own unique way.

We believe every child brings something special to our small village school. Because we know our children and families so well, we are able to recognise and celebrate each learner’s strengths in a personal and meaningful way. This close-knit environment helps every child feel connected, included, and confident.

Our inclusive approach reflects the warmth and unity at the heart of our community: when one child grows, we all grow. When challenges arise, we respond with compassion, understanding, and tailored support. Through our No Outsiders curriculum, we actively promote acceptance, respect, and belonging so that every child feels welcomed, valued, and able to thrive.

Inclusion at Standlake means embracing every learner—not only those with SEND—and ensuring that all pupils, including the most vulnerable, have meaningful opportunities to succeed. This commitment is shared across the school, with staff working together to remove barriers, uphold high expectations, and champion each child’s potential. Strong partnerships with parents and carers are central to this, helping to create a culture where no child is left behind.

Our SEND Provision

Our SEND support is grounded in:

  • Early and accurate identification, supported by our small setting and careful, timely observations.
  • Targeted support shaped by our deep understanding of each child, meeting individual needs while nurturing independence, confidence, and a secure sense of self.
  • High expectations for every learner, encouraging each child to let their own light shine and inspiring them to help others shine too.

Key Information

Standlake Primary School publishes:

  • A SEND Information Report, detailing how we identify, assess, and support children with SEND.
  • Our SEND Policy, outlining the procedures we follow to meet additional needs.
  • A link to the Oxfordshire Local Offer, which provides information about services, support, and resources for children and young people with SEND.

You can view our SEND Information Report and SEND Policy on the statutory documents page.

Access the Oxfordshire Local Offer here:
https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/localoffer

If you would like to discuss the support available for your child, please contact our SENDCo, Mrs Ellie Pascoe, via the school office.

 

Below is the school information report, giving you the information about what Standlake CofE Primary School offers children with SEND: