The pupils need to match the following criteria:
- Must have an EHCP or are in the process of applying an EHCP, with supporting documentation.
As well as having an EHCP, the pupils may fall within the following categories:
- Permanently excluded from mainstream school
- At risk of permanent exclusion
- Pupils new to the authority who were previously educated in an alternative setting
- Pupils new to the authority who have a history of disrupted education
- Pupils referred for alternative provision on either a full-time or part-time basis
All applications for places at VTC Independent School will be managed by the Headteacher and the referring organisation. It is required that a referral to VTC will come directly from the referring organisation. All referrals will be supported by detailed information from the referring organisation, including the EHCP and Person Centred Annual Review (PCAR) where relevant. This will form the basis of an initial risk assessment and will help provide:
- The most appropriate provision
- The nature and duration of the placement
- The appropriate pupil exit strategy
If, based on the information available, it is felt that VTC Independent School can meet the pupil’s needs, a meeting will be arranged. This will be either a home and/or school visit to meet the pupil, parents/carers and social worker/support worker where appropriate. Other services, agencies (e.g., KCC, Social Services etc), parents and carers will be asked to supply additional information to support the referral process.
Places are offered only when agreement has been reached with VTC Independent School, the referring organisation and parents or carers.
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