Grand Union Village School
Our pupils
Our pupils
Our school is committed to inclusion, identity and authentic pupil voice. We aim to:
- Ensure every pupil has a voice that is genuinely heard
- Enable all pupils to make meaningful contributions to school life
- Promote active and inclusive decision-making
We want to empower every pupil not only to participate, but to lead and influence change.
Our inclusive school culture celebrates identity so every child feels seen, heard and empowered to shape their school experience.
"Every child has a right to express their views and be heard."
— SEND Code of Practice
Keeping Children Safe
- Helping children to stay safe
- Staying calm with children
- Listening to what children have to say
- Trying to understand children, even when they cannot always express their feelings
- Letting children know what is going to happen
Respect, Inclusion and Wellbeing
- Providing a positive and inclusive learning environment
- Treating children with respect and dignity
- Telling children what they are good at to build confidence
- Allowing children to make choices and decisions for themselves
- Encouraging children to behave appropriately through positive handling plans and positive reinforcement
- Encouraging children to be as independent as they are able
Teaching, Learning and Enrichment
- Providing a broad and balanced curriculum appropriate to each child’s needs and abilities
- Offering extended learning and enrichment opportunities
Working in Partnership with Parents and Carers
- Informing parents/carers of children’s progress through Annual Reviews and Annual Reports
- Keeping parents/carers updated about school activities through newsletters, link books, notices, the school website and ParentMail
- Sharing what children have done during the school day through link books or electronic communication
- Encouraging parents/carers to work with us as part of a supportive team