Learning Support
The Roche School is an inclusive school where all children who are able to learn in a mainstream setting are welcome. In core subjects, each year group is split into smaller learning groups to ensure that children may proceed at an appropriate pace. We aim to teach children according to their unique learning styles, rather than expecting them to adapt to one prescribed teaching method and work is differentiated in order to help each child succeed and fulfil their potential.
Progress is carefully tracked and if any child is highlighted as struggling or falling behind they are assessed within school and appropriate strategies and interventions are implemented. All children with special educational needs make good progress in this flexible, creative environment where the staff are committed to supporting each child.
If a child has an external assessment from an Educational Psychologist, Speech Therapist or Occupational Therapist, relevant staff meet with the parents to discuss the findings and recommendations laid out in the report, and again, appropriate strategies and/or interventions are put in place. In most cases, targets are set on an Individual Education Plan so the child’s progress can be effectively monitored and measured. The staff, parents and child have access to this working document and the targets are reviewed at the end of term.
Some children benefit from a block of individual 1:1 specialist teaching for Maths and/or Literacy. This can be offered in school, typically twice a week for two ½ hour sessions, occasionally more. There is a lunchtime Toy Club for those who might need support in the playground with social interactions. For those who would benefit from Speech and Language, a private therapist comes into school once a week to see children within the school day. We also work closely with external Occupational Therapists.
Our aim is to help ALL children thrive and have an enriching, positive time during their primary school years. We strive to teach to their strengths, praise their successes and ensure that they leave The Roche as confident learners.
For more details, do read our Learning Support Policy which is posted on the Roche School website ( see About Us/School Policies).
