Please be advised that the carparks at Ainsdale and Formby beaches are at capacity and the surrounding road and area is extremely busy. Please avoid using your car to travel to the beach.

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What is the Graduated Approach?

The SEND Code of Practice, 2014 provides guidance on a ‘Graduated Approach’ to identify and support pupils with a range of differences across the developmental spectrum. Sefton SEN and Inclusion Service supports schools in fulfilling their statutory duties at each level of the Graduated Response.

EHCP - Applied for when SEN support is not enough to ensure that the child is making progress. SEN Support - The child will have access to additional support in school through wave 2 and 3 interventions. These are reviewed at least termly in collaboration with the SENCo, parent/carers and child. Quality First Teaching - The child’s needs are met through high quality teaching (even with a diagnosis), and they are making progress. There are no additional interventions or support put in place.

 

Wave 1-Strategies and supportive measures are implemented to ensure all children can access their learning regardless of need, diagnosed or undiagnosed. Wave 2 – targeted interventions, might be as a group. Short term interventions offered to many children who have specific areas limiting their ability to progress. Wave 1 – Strategies and supportive measures are implemented to ensure all children can access their learning regardless of need, diagnosed or undiagnosed.

 

Last Updated on Friday, March 27, 2026

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