The Learning Support Department works to identify, assess and meet the sepcial needs of students at King James's. We have established strong links with primary schools so that we can make full use of the information provided by Year 6 teachers. Once at King James's, students may be referred by subject teachers or the Head of Year whenever a difficulty is identified. Student progress is regularly monitored and assessments are carried out throughout the school year.

Our policy is to provide appropriate support whilst allowing all students to follow a full, broad and balanced curriculum, which can be personalised to meet individual need. Support assistants work alongside subject teachers in the classroom. Students may also be withdrawn from some lessons to follow an intensive literacy and/or numeracy programme in our Learning Support Centre.

For further information, please speak to our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, Miss Alison Jones.