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Jordanstown School offers a seamless transition from local mainstream nursery to Year One, specializing in the needs of sensory-impaired pupils. Parents and professionals connect with the school through visits, classroom observations, and meetings with staff and the Principal. Personalized support includes opportunities for children to spend time at the school, ensuring a smooth adjustment. Communication with parents is prioritized, enhancing their understanding of available provisions. The journey so far shows pupils settling well, improving communication skills, and growing in confidence, with parents pleased with their progress.
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Jordanstown School Transition from a local mainstream nursery placement into Year One at a regional specialist school
Choosing Jordanstown School • Parent/professional contacts school and invited to visit • Opportunity to meet classroom-based staff and for in-class observation • Tour of the school • Meeting with the Principal, questions answered / advice given • Opportunity for child to visit and spend time in school • Completion of statutory documentation • Maintain telephone contact with parents
Improving the process • Parents being fully informed about available provision • Professionals listening to parents • Earlier decision-making on placements • Opportunities for staff to visit each school • Flexibility
The story so far • Settled very well into new school environment • Communication skills improving • Confidence developing • Parents delighted with progress