SEND & Inclusion
Inclusion & SEND
Special educational needs, pupil premium, and diversity data
SEN Pupils
100.0%
81 pupils with EHCP, 22 on SEN Support. EAL 17.5%. FSM 30.1%.
Key Inclusion Metrics
SEND, EAL and disadvantage indicators vs national
Nat: 12.6%
21.4↑ +8.8pp
SEN Support
Nat: 4.3%
78.6↑ +74.3pp
EHCP
Nat: 19%
17.5↓ -1.5pp
EAL Learners
Nat: 23%
30.1↑ +7.1pp
Free School Meals
5-Year Inclusion Trends
SEN Support, EHCP year-on-year
| Year | Total Pupils | SEN Support | SEN Support % | EHCP | EHCP % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 | 103 | 22 | 21.4% | 81 | 78.6% |
| 2023/24 | 104 | 20 | 19.2% | 84 | 80.8% |
| 2022/23 | 106 | 15 | 14.2% | 91 | 85.8% |
| 2021/22 | 101 | 7 | 6.9% | 94 | 93.1% |
| 2020/21 | 95 | 10 | 10.5% | 85 | 89.5% |
| 2019/20 | 94 | 6 | 6.4% | 88 | 93.6% |
Primary Need Breakdown — Types of SEN at This School
Combined EHCP and SEN Support pupils by primary need category (2024/25)
| Code | Type | Pupils | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| PD | Physical Disability Affects mobility or physical function, may need accessible facilities | 42 | 40.8% |
| SLD | Severe Learning Difficulty Significant cognitive impairment requiring substantial support | 17 | 16.5% |
| PMLD | Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty Most complex needs, often combined with physical disabilities | 13 | 12.6% |
| SpLD | Specific Learning Difficulty Includes dyslexia, dyscalculia — bright children who find certain learning harder | 7 | 6.8% |
| MLD | Moderate Learning Difficulty Learns at a slower pace and needs more support across subjects | 5 | 4.9% |
| SLCN | Speech, Language & Communication Struggles with speaking, understanding language, or expressing thoughts | 5 | 4.9% |
| MSI | Multi-Sensory Impairment Combined hearing and vision impairment | 5 | 4.9% |
| VI | Visual Impairment Blind or partially sighted, needs adapted materials and environment | 3 | 2.9% |
| ASD | Autism Spectrum Disorder Affects how a child experiences social situations, routines, and sensory input | 3 | 2.9% |
| Other | Other Difficulty / Disability Other difficulties not covered by the categories above | 2 | 1.9% |
| SEMH | Social, Emotional & Mental Health Difficulty managing feelings, anxiety, or behaviour — not about being 'naughty' | 1 | 1.0% |
EHCP vs SEN Support — Provision Level Comparison
How SEN needs are split between statutory plans and school-based support
| Need Type | EHCP | SEN Support | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| PD | 37 | 5 | 42 |
| SLD | 12 | 5 | 17 |
| PMLD | 7 | 6 | 13 |
| SpLD | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| MLD | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| SLCN | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| MSI | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| VI | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| ASD | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| SEMH | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 81 | 22 | 103 |
5-Year Inclusion Metrics — School Trends
SEN Support and EHCP rates over time
SEN Support % — solid line is this school, dashed line is England national average (12.6%)
Understanding This Data
EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) is a legally binding document that outlines a child's special educational needs and the support they must receive. SEN Support describes pupils receiving in-school SEND support without a statutory plan. EAL = English as an Additional Language. Source: DfE SEN Census.