Inclusion and SEND
Article 23: A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and, as far as possible, independence and to play an active part in the community. Governments must do all they can to provide support to disabled children and their families.
Our Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) is Tracey Rogers. Tracey works part-time, 1.5 days a week.
Tracey can be contacted via email at tracey.rogers@abbeyfarmet.org.uk or by phoning our main office on 01793 251109.
Our SEND governor is Peter Ford.
SEND and Inclusion at Abbey Farm
For an overview of our vision, ethos and values in relation to Inclusion, please see our:
For a detailed report on how we implement our SEND and Inclusion policy on a day to day basis, please see our
If you have a specific question, please use the contents page at the start of the report to ensure quick access to the information you need.
Our Accessibility plan and Equality objectives (for full Equality policy see policies page) can be found here:
In April 2025 we signed up for FACE, an exciting new initiative that our school has introduced to further support families in our community. We recognise that the support required for our children extends beyond the confines of the school environment, and it is essential that we strive to provide parents with resources that facilitate this. To that end, we have purchased a subscription to an online service called FACE (Family Advice Communication Education). This platform offers a wealth of resources, including a variety of online talks specifically designed for parents. We believe that having access to diverse perspectives and expert advice will assist in some circumstances, navigating the challenges of parenting and enhancing your children's educational journey. In light of our ongoing commitment to support your needs as parents, we encourage you to explore the content available through the FACE service. You will find that it allows for flexibility, enabling you to dip in and out of talks at your convenience. We hope that you will find this service to be a valuable addition to your toolkit as parents and guardians.
On the website they state:
Live talks for parents - The following live, online talks offer up to date information, effective and easy to apply interventions and the opportunity to ask questions and get practical advice. Alternatively, you can request Individual Support from Jane Keyworth, FACE Lead Facilitator.
These include:
Facing Defiance, ADHD, Understanding the teenage brain, Understanding anger, Autism, Anxiety based school avoidance, Supporting healthy screen use, Intro to OCD, Addictive Behaviour, ACT, Healthy Sleep, Drug Awareness, Family Communication, Raising self-esteem, anxiety.
Please speak to the school office if you have mislaid your code, to access this free resource.
Resources and support for Parents and Carers of children with SEND
Educate Together Identification and assessment procedures
The Zones of regulation visual guide
The Zones of regulation parent guide
'Listen Up!' - a practical guide for parents of children aged 0-5 (Speech and Language resources)
'Listen Up!' - a practical guide for parents of children aged 5-11 (Speech and Language resources)
One Page Profile and Provision Map blank example
SEN Support Learning Plan and Review blank example
High Quality Teaching and Our Core Offer
Assessment guide for children with additional needs or working significantly below
Example of School Risk Assessment for School Trips
Useful Links
Swindon Borough Council Local Offer
Happy Maps (Parent support for children’s mental health)
Ages and Stages Parent Guide (Speech and Language)
Dietician advice - fussy eating in children
Family Fund
Family Fund help families across the UK who are raising a disabled or seriously ill child or young person aged 17 or under. If eligible, you can apply for a grant. For more information visit https://www.familyfund.org.uk/
