Welcome to our SEND page which contains information for parents/carers of children who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and all those who support children with additional needs. 
 

At Leedon Lower School, we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment where all children can thrive and achieve their full potential. 
 

If you have any questions, please contact Chris Dyos, our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities co-ordinator via telephone 01525 372014 or email cdyos@leedonlowerschool.co.uk 

Arrangements for the admission of pupils with disabilities

The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 defines a disabled person as one who has a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a persons’ ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. Most children with Special Needs will not be disabled within the meaning of the Act.
 

The admission of pupils with disabilities is considered in the first instance in the same way as non-disabled pupils. Further considerations are made in the light of need and accessibility. It is the School Governors’ Policy to accommodate pupils with disabilities should parents wish their child to attend the school.  Steps are taken to prevent any pupils being treated less favourably than other pupils. In practice we ensure that classroom and extra-curricular activities encourage the participation of all pupils, including those categorised as having Special Educational Needs.

Staff organise human and physical resources within the school to increase access to learning and participation by all pupils. The School strives to ensure that whatever the abilities and needs of members of the school community, everyone is equally valued and treats one another with respect under the Equality Act 2010.

SEND Information

SENDIASS offer free, impartial advice to parents and carers of children with special educational needs or disabilities.  
Central Beds SENDIASS: Email: sendiass@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk   Telephone: 0300 300 8088  
 

SNAP is an independent forum of parents and carers who all have children or young people with SEND. SNAP PCF 
 

Autism Bedfordshire is a voluntary organisation offering specialised support to adults and children with autism. https://www.autismbedfordshire.net/  
 

Children’s Speech and Language Therapy in Bedfordshire - This website provides great information for parents and carers about children’s speech and language development. Children's Speech and Language Therapy for Luton and Bedford 
 

CHUMS provide mental health, emotional wellbeing and bereavement support to children and young people. CHUMS 
 

CAMHS is the NHS children and adolescent mental health service and provides online information and support.  Telephone: 01234 893300 / 01234 893301 
 

YoungMinds - children and young people's mental health charity 
 

The Local Authority Offer explains local advice and support for children with SEND: Special Educational Needs and Disability - Local Offer | Central Bedfordshire Council 

If you wish to make a complaint regarding SEND provision please contact Chris Dyos, SEN leader: cdyos@leedonlowerschool.co.uk