--- title: "SEND" url: "https://www.mountcarmelhigh.co.uk/information/send" school: "Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School" --- # SEND (Special Educational Needs) **For queries regarding SEND please contact: Mr D Sweeney, SENCo. d.sweeney@mountcarmelhigh.lancs.sch.uk** A pupil has special educational needs (SEND) if they have learning needs that require special educational provision to be made. A pupil has a learning difficulty if they have a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of pupils of the same age or has a disability which prevents or hinders the pupil from making use of educational facilities of a kind provided for pupils of the same age in other schools within the local authority. All staff at Mount Carmel RC High have a responsibility to work together with parents/carers and pupils to develop inclusive practices that will overcome the barriers to learning. ### Policies - SEND Accessibility Plan Updated on 19/10/2026 481 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/mountcarmelhigh/files/documents/SEN_Accessibility_report_26-27.pdf) AEN Assessment Policy Updated on 07/10/2026 409 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/mountcarmelhigh/files/documents/AEN_Assessment_Policy_2026-27(1).pdf) Local Offer Updated on 07/10/2026 475 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/mountcarmelhigh/files/documents/SEN_Local_offer-_2026-27.pdf) SEND Information Report Updated on 20/10/2026 498 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/mountcarmelhigh/files/documents/SEND_Information_Report_2026-27_a.pdf) SEND Policy 2025-26 Updated on 07/10/2026 473 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/mountcarmelhigh/files/documents/SEND_Policy_2026-27.pdf) SEND TA Policy Updated on 07/10/2026 426 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/mountcarmelhigh/files/documents/SEND_TA_Policy_26-27.pdf) ![](https://www.mountcarmelhigh.co.uk/images/PAGES/IMG_2751_-_SELECTED.JPG) #### **Sensory Room** Mount Carmel's sensory room provides a controlled and therapeutic environment that can support children with SEND in their sensory development, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. The use of soft lighting, gentle sounds, and comforting textures can promote relaxation and reduce anxiety. Children with SEND often have different sensory processing abilities. Some may be sensory-seeking, while others may be sensory-avoidant. A sensory room offers a controlled and safe environment where children can engage with various sensory stimuli, such as lights, sounds, textures, and movement. This sensory stimulation can help them explore their senses at their own pace and improve sensory integration. Children with SEND may struggle with emotional regulation, leading to meltdowns or shutdowns. Sensory rooms can act as a safe space where they can learn coping strategies and self-regulation techniques. The sensory experiences can help them express emotions and manage their feelings more effectively. **FIND – (Family Information Network Directory)** The FIND database includes information about disabled children and young people up to 25 years old in Lancashire. Families are invited to submit details about their disabled child or young person to the database, which is used to develop an overview of the needs of disabled children across the county to assist with planning services. The FIND service is strictly confidential – no individual information about any children or their families is shared with anyone. 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