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Children and young people at St Catherine’s usually have a Statement of Special Educational Needs which describes their primary disability as being speech, language and communication impairments.
In recent years we have witnessed an increasing demand to work with and support children whose disabilities sometimes extend beyond these primary impairments. Where appropriate we will look to work with young people with challenging issues related to their speech and communication disabilities.
Applications may be received directly from parents or from local authorities. When an application is received from parents, St Catherine’s will write to inform the relevant local authority, if appropriate. We also advise parents to talk to their local authority. In the first instance we recommend parents arrange a convenient time to visit St Catherine's. We then invite the child or young person for a three-day assessment. This helps us all ascertain whether St Catherine’s is right for each particular child and his/her family. 
Parents considering a formal Tribunal Hearing may find it helpful to contact the school to discuss their particular circumstances.
To arrange a visit, for more information or to discuss your child’s needs, please contact:
| Sue Betchley | |
| St Catherine's | |
| T 01983 852722 |
During school holidays, please contact the Development team on 01983 857209.
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