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Hello!
My name is Mrs Smith and I am the Class 15 teacher, Assistant Head and SENDCO.
My name is Ms Fenton - Non-Teaching SENDCO.
What is a SENDCO?
We are responsible for the operation of the SEND Policy and coordination of specific provisions made to support individual children with SEND. The staff team at Monkwood Primary work hard to monitor students’ progress and where it is felt that a child may need additional support, interventions are planned and put in place. As members of the SENDCO team, we also liaise with external agencies in order to create a team behind the child.
If you have any questions - please do not hestitate to contact us through the school office.
Mrs L Smith
Assistant Headteacher & SENDCO
esmith@monkwoodprimary.org
Ms B Fenton
Non-Teaching SENDCO
bfenton@monkwoodprimary.org
With Me in Mind
With Me in Mind
As part of our ongoing partnership with With Me in Mind, we were delighted to welcome their team into school to deliver a workshop for parents focused on building confidence and developing self-esteem in children.
The session offered valuable insights into how parents can support their child’s emotional wellbeing at home, with practical tips on encouraging positive self-talk, celebrating small successes, and fostering a growth mindset. It was a fantastic opportunity for parents to ask questions, share experiences, and gain reassurance in a supportive environment. We’re grateful to With Me in Mind for helping us strengthen the home-school connection in promoting mental health and resilience.
We are excited to announce the appointment of our new With Me in Mind Ambassadors, who will be leading important mental health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the school starting this September. These children showed great enthusiasm by nominating themselves for the role, demonstrating a strong commitment to supporting their peers and promoting a positive school culture.
Their official introduction to the whole school community will take place at the start of the new academic year, where they will begin their important work encouraging open conversations around confidence, self-esteem, and emotional resilience. We look forward to seeing the positive impact they will have!
sports day
sports day
Pupils recently took part in an exciting Sports Day, where they had the opportunity to showcase and develop their skills across a wide range of physical activities. From traditional races to team games and field events, every child was encouraged to take part, try their best, and support their peers. The day not only promoted physical fitness and healthy competition, but also helped pupils build confidence, resilience, and teamwork. It was fantastic to see so many children discovering new talents and enjoying the spirit of sport in a fun and inclusive environment.
SUMMER FAYRE
SUMMER FAYRE
What an absolutely fantastic day we had at this year’s Summer Fayre! The sun was shining, and the energy was incredible, thanks to a wonderful mix of creative stalls run by our own school community as well as brilliant external vendors. It was a joy to see so many smiling faces, laughter, and community spirit everywhere you looked.
Best of all, thanks to everyone's incredible generosity and support, we managed to raise over £1,000!
A massive thank you to our volunteers, stallholders, and everyone who came along to make the day such a roaring success.
RESIDENTIAL
RESIDENTIAL
What an unforgettable adventure our Year 6 pupils had on residential, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The energy was electric from start to finish, with the children throwing themselves into every activity with massive smiles. Among the many highlights, the thrill of the duck hunt, navigating the waters during canoeing, and channeling their inner Robin Hood during archery were massive hits that left everyone buzzing with excitement. A huge, heartfelt thank you goes out to our incredible WPT Team for organising everything so flawlessly and making this amazing experience possible for our pupils!
monkwood's got talent
monkwood's got talent
Monkwood’s Got Talent was an unforgettable celebration of creativity and skill, showcasing incredible talent from across the entire school.
From singers and dancers to sportpeople and comedians, every performance was met with cheers and applause, highlighting just how incredilbly talented our students are.
The event was brilliantly hosted by our very own Ant and Dec, who kept the energy high and the audience entertained throughout -they were truly amazing! It was a fantastic afternoon, that brought everyone together to celebrate the unique talents that make Monkwood so special
TRANSITION
TRANSITION
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), we have implemented a carefully planned transition process to help ease the move between classes.
This includes additional opportunities for students to meet their new teachers, explore their new classrooms, and become familiar with any changes in routine or environment. A key element of this is the “additional look around” sessions, which allow SEND pupils to tour the school in a quieter setting, helping to reduce anxiety and build confidence ahead of the new academic year.
These tailored experiences ensure that every child feels prepared, supported, and ready to thrive in their new setting.
send resources
send resources
To further support the wellbeing and regulation of all pupils, we’ve recently purchased a range of sensory resources for use across the school. These include fidget tools, textured items, and calming aids to help children stay focused and feel comfortable in their learning environment. Among the favourites are the new weighted sloth and platypus, which have definitely gone down a treat with the pupils!
These resources are already proving to be a valuable addition to classrooms, helping children to self-regulate, manage their emotions, and engage more positively with their learning throughout the day.
Ways to Support
Ways to Support
Here are some links and resources to help support children with SEND/SEMH.
Useful Links
The Worry Tree App- Worry Tree helps you to take control of your worries, transform your thoughts and feel better using CBT techniques and sensory practices.
Chill Panda - Something new I have found to support anxiety, worries, and calming strategies. May be a good one to support some of the children to develop strategies. Available on GooglePlay and AppStore.
Worry Monsters - these are recommended by psychologists and teachers to act as a 'waste bin' for fears, troubles and woes that children don't always talk about
who's who and what's what?
who's who and what's what?
Rotherham SENDIASS stands for Special Educational Needs and Disability Information, Advice and Support Service
Autism Information and Advice Service - 01709 336404
You must have an Autism diagnosis, or have been accepted on to the Autism Pathway to attend the Autism training courses (not Teenlife - need diagnosis)
Chat n Chill Youth Club - 01709 559805 or email georgina@kimberworthpark.org
Tumbi/Elephants Instep Youth Club - Tumbi 8-12yrs and Elephants 13+ based at Dalton Youth Club once a month. For more information, please contact: claire.haddon@rotherham.gov.uk
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