Early support, advice and reasonable adjustment
We work in partnership with schools, parents and other professionals. We recognise that early intervention, a pragmatic framework of support, progress review and monitoring and a joined-up approach provide the very best opportunity for our young people to flourish and build a “tool kit” of skills and independent strategies.
We support schools by assisting with the early identification of needs and providing a framework of intervention alongside staff, enabling an effective collection of evidence against specific progress targets as part of the Assess, Plan, Do, Review process. If required, we can assist in the development of such targets, the review of the same or provide guidance on how to augment school support plans towards an application for EHCP (Education Health Care Plan) assessment.
We can provide pragmatic support for schools, including, not least, staff training, individual pupil or group intervention, development of pupil support plans, attendance and input into the EHCP annual review process, assessment and diagnostic tools leading to potential diagnosis. We are here to support schools in developing support frameworks that capture both reasonable adjustments and enhanced support where needed. Our aim is to enable schools to maximise their resources, which can be delivered in a resource-efficient and pragmatic manner, removing barriers to learning and improving pupil outcomes.
We provide a ten-week intervention in school to support APDR. This can substantiate any evidence for the next step in an EHCP application.
At the Roundway Centre, our professionals offer a complete service for parents, young people, schools, colleges, and Local Authorities, from full diagnostic assessment to family therapy, individual young person support, training and school support, guidance, and Local Authority liaison and if required, parent support through the EHCP process, including tribunals.
We aim to provide robust and comprehensive diagnostic assessments that not only provide clear diagnostic details but also highlight comprehensive recommendations for the young person, their educational setting, home life, and parenting. The aim is to provide guidance for the young person, parents and the educational settings to foster the development of skills and strategies leading towards a “tool kit” for life to progress and improve home and school life. We follow NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) and national guidelines with a reputational value with education and Local Authorities. Below are just some of the ways the practical help we provide has a positive and far-reaching impact.
- Reduction in “incidences” and pupil emotional dysregulations.
- Increased staff awareness leads to increased understanding and application of practical strategies.
- Staff Training benefits – practical tools for teachers to use in supporting young people with SEND in the classroom
- Guidance and support with the EHCP process, liaison with parents and the Local Authority.
- Knowledge of what constitutes best SEND practice and how to measure this against an Inspection framework for Senior leadership.
- Roll out of EHCPs; gaining funding to roll out support for young people with SEND.
- Improvement in pupil attendance rates
- Reduction in anxiety
- Improvement in self-esteem and confidence
- Development of a growth mindset – learning problem-solving capability and resilience
- Adoption of self-help skills and a growth in independence
- To be understood and valued as an individual
- An ability to seek support when required
- Improvement in behaviour through their better understanding of their emotional self-regulation
- Improved communication skills
- Reduction in worry; feeling listened to and validated
- Improvement confidence and self-belief
- Improved relationships, confidence and communication with the school
- Feeling empowered having gained abetter understanding of their child/ young person’s profile
- A clear plan and knoing how to support their young person
- To seek support when required
- Feeling valued as an individual
- To highlight and determine the area of need and any potential gaps and to support both home and school.
- To consult with the young person to identify challenges and barriers to learning.
- To consult with key adults in the young person’s life: teachers, parents or carers.
- To conduct classroom observations
- To provide guidance and advice for both home and school
- To provide training and individual support where required.
We provide a half or full-day assessment, depending on need, including a comprehensive report (12 hours).
Guidance For Your Child's Assessment
The Roundway Centre’s guidance page explains how assessments help young people feel understood and supported. It outlines what to expect during the process and how the results can shape personalised strategies.
Information for your visit
Plan your visit to Roundway Centre with practical guidance on directions, parking, accessibility, and what to bring. Learn how to prepare your child, what to expect during the appointment, and how to reschedule if needed.
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