SEND
(Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
At Crigglestone and The Castle Nursery Schools, we are proud to be inclusive schools where every child is valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We celebrate each child’s unique strengths and abilities, and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) are fully included in all aspects of school life alongside their peers.
We believe that working closely with parents and carers is the key to helping every child reach their full potential. By sharing knowledge, experiences, and aspirations, we can provide the best possible support and opportunities for all children to grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence.
What is SEND?
SEND refers to children who have learning difficulties or disabilities that make it significantly harder for them to learn or access education than most children of their age.
Our schools are committed to providing tailored support for each child, led by our SENDCo, Mrs Heather Shepherd, and delivered by our caring and skilled staff. We focus on enabling children to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally in a nurturing environment.
If you would like to know more about our SEND provision, please contact Mrs Heather Shepherd via the school office:
- Crigglestone: (01924) 251151
- The Castle: (01924) 664787
At Crigglestone and The Castle, we are dedicated to celebrating every child and ensuring that all children, including those with SEND, are supported to achieve their very best.
Here is a link to Wakefield's SEND Local Offer:
https://wakefield.mylocaloffer.org/
The Local Offer provides information and support available for families with children and young people ages 0-25 years with special educational needs and/or disabilities. If you need help finding information, contact wakefieldlocaloffer@family-action.org.uk.
SEND Policy and Information Report
| Name | Format | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Files | |||
| SEND Policy 2025.pdf | |||
| Federation SEND Information Report - September 2025.pdf |
Kettlethorpe Collaborative Partnership - SEND Core Standards
Local Support for families of children with SEND:
Wakefield Early Support Advice Information Liaison (WESAIL) is available to parents and carers of a child or a young person, who has, or may have Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) aged 0-25 years who are living within the Wakefield District.
Contact Details:
- Telephone: 01924 965588.
- Email: WESAIL@family-action.org.uk
- Website: https://www.family-action.org.uk/wakefield-sendiass
- Like our Facebook page: Wesail Wakefield
SENDIASS - www.kids.org.uk
This is a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service, offering information, advice and support for parents and carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Wakefield Parent/Carer Forum
Wakefield Parent Carer Forum is an independent parent carer forum who work with families of children with special educational needs and/or disability, aged 0-25 years old, living in the Wakefield area.
The forum is led by a small group of local parents who are looking forward to listening to, and representing the views of parents, young people and children in the future.
These parents all have a wide experience of what it is like to be a parent of a child with an additional need or disability in the Wakefield area. They want to work with you to make a positive difference and improve the quality of life for all children and families in Wakefield.
Key contacts:
follow us on Facebook - Wakefield Parent Carer Forum
email - info@wakefieldparentcarers.co.uk
