At Chapeltown Academy we pride ourselves on our pastoral support structure for every single student, and look after students with special educational needs and disabilities.

Progress Tutors (PTs)

When a student joins Chapeltown Academy they are assigned to a Progress Tutor.

The role of the PT is central to everything our students do. They will be there to guide our students through their time at CA and is the key person who will really get to know our students whilst they are at college.

The PT is a professional and critical friend who is the first line of support for students. Students will have a range of informal and formal conversations/meetings with their PT, including weekly group tutorials and regular one-to-one sessions as part of the academic monitoring process.

The PT will:

• Provide students with academic, personal, emotional, and social support throughout their time at CA
• Help with the adjustment to college life and ensure a smooth transition from school
• Have a detailed overview of students academic progress
• Formally monitor the progress of students, discuss targets, and help with action planning
• Monitor students attendance and respond to any concerns
• Act as a communication channel between students, their teachers, and their parents/carers
• Help to develop social and employability skills

Progress Tutors

• Damian Windle: dwindle@chapeltown-mlt.co.uk

• • Jessica Humphreys: jhumphreys@chapeltown-mlt.co.uk

SEND

Our SEND Information Report details how we work to ensure that our facilities and teaching arrangements are not only accessible and compliant but are designed to ensure every person can achieve their full potential here at Chapeltown Academy.

All activities are fully accessible to all learners including those with SEND. Consultations occur between staff and students to ensure that reasonable adjustments are made and that SEND is not a barrier to participation.

We work closely with the secondary schools to identify students transitioning with additional needs to ensure that the right support is put in place for new year 12s. In addition to the above, all Chapeltown Academy students’ progress is tracked every half term and there are consultations with parents where appropriate.

Outside of the support you will receive at Chapeltown Academy, our SEND students can access a range of help, guidance, activities and support through the Local Offer. Please follow one of the links below, dependent upon where you live: