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SEND
SEND provision draws on a multidisciplinary team including an Educational Psychologist, SEMH consultant, Speech & Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist.
“At Joseph Hood we work closely with a range of specialists — such as our Educational Psychologist, SEMH consultant, Speech & Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist — to make sure children receive the right support at the right time.”
School adapts learning with specific tools (visuals, now-and-next boards, chunked instructions, writing frames, quiet spaces) so every child can access the same curriculum.
“We adapt learning carefully so every child can access the same curriculum as their classmates. This might include visuals, now-and-next boards, chunked instructions, writing frames or quiet spaces when needed.”
Pastoral
Staff work closely with specialist external services and take collective responsibility for pupil wellbeing.
“We work closely with specialist services and value their expertise. Staff share a deep understanding of our pupils and take collective responsibility for their wellbeing.”
A calm, 'non-shouting' behavioural ethos with consistent staff approaches supports pupils feeling safe and understood.
“Our calm, “non-shouting” ethos helps pupils feel safe and understood, and staff use consistent approaches to behaviour and wellbeing.”
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Enrichment
Lessons, assemblies, and enrichment activities are used to teach pupils to celebrate diversity and show respect for others.
“Through lessons, assemblies, and enrichment activities, children learn to celebrate diversity, show respect for others, and understand how their actions can make a positive difference.”
Ethos
Respect for each other underpins the whole school community
“Respect for each other and for ourselves underpins our whole school community, as shown by our actions and choices every day.”
Caring environment supports pupils to develop talents and feel safe
“Our caring environment helps all pupils develop their individual talents and abilities so they can enjoy their time at school and feel safe.”
Admissions
Invites prospective families to book Open Mornings by phone
“Looking for a school for your child? Book on to one of our Open Mornings by calling us on 020 8542 2471”
School invites prospective families to book Open Mornings via a phone number.
“Looking for a school for your child? Book on to one of our Open Mornings by calling us on 020 8542 2471”
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About School
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Application Status | Accepting Now |