SEND Inclusion Award

Our Progress Toward the SEND Inclusion Award

At Spring Lane Primary School, we are committed to providing an inclusive, supportive, and nurturing environment for all pupils. To strengthen this commitment, we are currently working towards achieving the SEND Inclusion Award—a nationally recognised accreditation celebrating excellence in inclusive practice. This page provides an open and ongoing update on our progress, allowing parents, carers, professionals, and our wider community to see how we are developing our SEND provision.


Why We Are Working Toward the Award

The SEND Inclusion Award offers a clear and structured framework to help us reflect on what we do well and identify where we can improve. Our goal is to ensure that every child at Spring Lane Primary School feels valued, included, and equipped to succeed.


Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey toward the SEND Inclusion Award reflects our belief that inclusion is not a project, it is part of who we are as a school. We are excited to continue this work and share our progress with you as we strive to provide the best possible experience for every child at Spring Lane Primary School.

What We Have Completed So Far

We are proud to be making steady progress, including:


  • Initial review of current SEND practices: Evaluating our strengths and areas for development across the school.



  • Staff engagement and training: Ensuring all staff understand the award criteria and are developing consistent inclusive approaches.


  • Parent and pupil voice activities: Gathering feedback to shape our priorities and highlight what inclusion looks like at Spring Lane.

What We Are Working On Now

Our next steps in the award journey include:


  • Strengthening classroom inclusion strategies: Ensuring lesson planning, resources, and routines meet the needs of all learners.


  • Developing our learning environment: Continuing to improve signage, accessibility, and sensory-friendly spaces throughout the school.


  • Enhancing communication with families: Providing clearer pathways for support and more consistent updates for parents and carers.


  • Deepening staff expertise: Engaging in further training on areas such as speech and language needs, neurodiversity, SEMH support, and adaptive teaching.

What You Will See Here

This page will be updated regularly as we move through each stage of the award.

Visitors will be able to see:


  • Progress updates
  • New initiatives and improvements
  • Examples of inclusive practice
  • Notes from parent and pupil voice
  • Evidence of impact on wellbeing and learning