What is a Special Educational Needs Coordinator?

A Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) is a dedicated teacher who is here to help you and your child navigate their learning journey. The SENCo’s main goal is to understand your child’s unique needs and provide the right support to set them up for success.

They work closely with you and your child’s class teacher to make learning more accessible for children with additional needs. If there are any concerns about your child’s progress, the SENCo will follow the Code of Practice (2014) and use the Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle. This process helps pinpoint exactly what your child needs and how best to support them.

Throughout this journey, the SENCo keeps track of your child’s progress, sets goals, and maintains records. Regular meetings between schools and parents or carers of children receiving SEN support are essential. If a child isn’t making good progress, the SENCo or Inclusion Manager can reach out to other professionals, including health and social care services.