SEND & Inclusion
Welcome to SEND at Bexhill Academy
At Bexhill Academy, we are proud to be an inclusive school where every student is valued, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We are committed to providing a high-quality education for all, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our approach is rooted in our core values: Aspirational, Collective Responsibility, and Firm but Fair.
We believe that every child deserves access to a broad, balanced, and ambitious curriculum, and we work tirelessly to remove barriers to learning so that all students can thrive. Whether through in-class support, targeted interventions, or our specialist autism provision, The LINK, we tailor our support to meet the individual needs of each learner.
Our SEND provision is led by Mr Mike Walton, Assistant Headteacher and SENCO, supported by a highly skilled team including a Deputy SENCO, Assistant SENCO, Intervention Leads, and Teaching Assistants. We also work closely with a range of external professionals to ensure that our students receive the best possible support.
We follow the graduated approach to SEND support—assess, plan, do, review—ensuring that provision is responsive, evidence-based, and centred around the student and their family. We value strong partnerships with parents and carers and believe that collaboration is key to student success.
Our SEND Information Report and SEND Policy provide detailed information about how we identify, support, and monitor students with SEND. You can explore these documents below or contact our SEND team directly if you have any questions or would like to discuss your child’s needs.
We look forward to working with you to ensure that every student at Bexhill Academy feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Commitment to Inclusion and Support
We fully recognise our responsibility to provide an equitable education for all students. We adhere to established procedures for:
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Assessment: Identifying students' specific needs through comprehensive evaluation.
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Target Setting: Developing personalised goals to support academic and personal growth.
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Provision: Implementing tailored support strategies to meet individual requirements.
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Review of Progress: Regularly monitoring and adjusting support to ensure continued development.
SEND Policy and Staff Involvement
Our comprehensive SEND policy directs the work of all staff at Bexhill Academy. It ensures that:
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All students are fully included in the life of the school.
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Support is consistent and effective across all areas of learning.
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Staff are equipped to help every student achieve their potential.
Through our values of Learn, Inspire, Nurture, and Kindness (LINK), we create an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Our Assistant Headteacher and SENCO at Bexhill Academy is Mr Mike Walton- mike.walton@bexhillacademy.org
Graduated Responses
Useful Information & Websites
School to Adulthood
ADHD Foundation
Afasic (speech and language needs)
Amaze Sussex
Amaze is a charity that gives information, advice and support to families of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Brighton & Hove and Sussex.
British Dyslexia Association
Care for the Carers
Parents who care for children with additional needs can apply for the Carer Card
Communication, Learning Autism Support Service (CLASS)
Connecting Safely Online
Council for disabled children
Dyspraxia Foundation
I-Go Leisure Card
The i-go scheme improves access to leisure activities for children and young people: • 0 to 25 years old • with disabilities or special needs, and • who live or receive education in East Sussex Cardholders can get special offers and help planning a visit, including information on accessibility and someone to contact
Igo Leaflet
A leisure card scheme for disabled children and young people
MIND
National Autistic Society
National Deaf Children's Society
Parent Voice
Royal National Institute for the Blind
SEND - Activities and support during coronavirus
Special Needs Jungle
WholeSchoolSEND leaflet
Young Minds
East Sussex Universal Available Provision Document
East Sussex Parent/Carer Guide - Transitioning to College
Guiding Principles and Legal Framework
Our SEND practices are informed by key legislation and guidelines, including:
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The SEND Code of Practice (2014)
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The Children and Families Act (2014)
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The Equality Act (2010)
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DfE Guidance for Schools (2013)
These documents guide our approach to supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring we meet our legal responsibilities effectively.
