The Real Alternative Provision School (R.A.P.S.) –
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- We are an Alternative Provision School
- We have expertise in working with students with complex needs
- We provide specialist provision for Complex learners who have above average ability but who are unable to access mainstream school because of their needs
- We can cater for students who display a wide range of learning difficulties and complex additional needs’
- We regularly monitor and adjust provision to ensure that it is effective
- We set individual student targets
- We continually review progress against targets
- We hold regular progress meetings to report back to parents on progress
- Students are encouraged to participate in the process using a person-centred review approach
- We make regular contact with home via phone calls or visits
- Each half term we review progress against targets
- We hold regular progress evenings to report back to parents
- Once a student has applied to join us, they are visited by a member of our assessment team, who liaises with home and school and undertakes a broad range of assessments. This forms our baseline from which an individual programme is designed. This is reviewed and adjusted on a regular basis, with each student at the heart of decision making.
- We consult with parents and professionals on entry to the school and at annual reviews/progress evenings
- Reviews of tracking data and information surrounding the student is used to inform the next steps, which are made in consultation with all stakeholders
- There are lunchtime activities and clubs that students can access
- Trips are offered to all students to support their learning experience
- Appropriate work placements and contact with local business will be available
- 1 to 1 mentoring happens on a daily basis through a dedicated tutor team
- Person centred annual reviews
- Tailored Physical Social Health Education (PSHE) provision to meet the needs of students
- Involvement in a well-resourced ‘well being’ program
- All staff have specific training to meet the needs of students and have a broad range of Special Education Needs (SEN) strategies
- Regular updates on legislation changes
- All staff undertake performance management activities that focus on continued professional development
- The school has close links with the Autism Education Trust who deliver up to level 3 training for a staff
- Close links with a wide range of outside agencies who offer specific guidance and support to our students and school
- Close contact with all surrounding Local Authorities
- The school is all on one ground floor level
- All equipment is modified to meet the needs of students
- Transport is provided by the LA for all students who meet their requirements. R.A.P.S. also has access to its own transport.
- All locations are risk assessed for their suitability
- We make regular contact with home via Learning Managers, Tutors and R.A.P.S. teaching staff
- Half termly we review progress against targets
- We hold regular progress evenings to report back to parents on progress
- Education Plans (EP) are written in conjunction with parents and students that allows a person centered approach
- Person Centered Annual reviews
- Parent/Carer forum
- We hold regular meetings with students to ascertain their views on the school and help us to develop appropriate provision
- Students are offered the opportunity to be involved in a Person Centred Review
- Speak to the school via the Tutor and/or a member of the Senior Leadership Team at the earliest opportunity so that actions can be agreed
- If concerns are not resolved please follow the complaints procedure which is on the school website
- They delegate responsibility to the Head of School to ensure needs are met
- Access is provided to outside agencies arranged as appropriate
- Resource allocation is made when particular access/support is required
- Via our website
- Annual parents and carers information evening
- Information given to specific parents as appropriate
- The Nottinghamshire County Council Local Offer. This can be accessed at www.nottinghamshire.sendlocaloffer.org.uk
- Discussions are had with parents, students and professionals to ensure an appropriate and carefully planned transition
- Photos of key staff along with visual timetables are given to students in preparation for starting
- Person centered annual reviews sign post when changes to provision will be made
- Independent travel training
- Independent living/life skills
- Access to appropriate work experience
- PSHE Theme days are tailored towards later life and independent living
- Annual reviews focus on the next stage in learning/life- careers advice (IAG)
- Nottinghamshire County Council website – SEND Local Offer http://search3.openobjects.com/kb5/nottinghamshire/directory/service.page?id=8Yf1DjU7L7s
- Arranging an appointment to come and see us
