Established Playgroup since 1998 - New Ownership since 2018
OFSTED Registered as GOOD 2022
SEND
(Special Educational Needs & Disabilities)
Britannia Fields Playgroup is a SEND-friendly setting.
We are committed to meeting every child’s needs and strive to provide the best possible support. All children are regularly observed by SEND-qualified practitioners. From these observations, we plan next steps for each child and share these with parents.
Britannia Fields features a quiet, sensory-safe space for use as a break area when a child requires downtime to calm and regulate. In this area, a designated adult remains with the child, guiding them to use the sensory resources, appropriate lighting, and calming techniques. When the child is ready, they can rejoin the main room.
Each child has a personalised drawstring bag with their name on it, containing calming and sensory resources tailored to their needs. These resources may include items from home, such as a comforting object or clothing with a familiar scent (for example, a parent’s perfume), to help the child feel calm and secure.
We collaborate closely with external agencies to ensure appropriate support within our setting.
These agencies may include:
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Early Years SEND Inclusion Team: they observe individual children, discuss needs, and provide resources and guidance to support each child’s development.
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Speech and Language Therapists: they supply resources to help children communicate effectively with adults and peers.
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Medical Advisors: they visit to assist with various medical needs.
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Working together, we tailor support to each child’s unique needs to ensure every child has every opportunity to reach their full developmental potential.
Please click the links below for support, advice & ideas
This is the primary hub for all SEND-related services in the county.
Guidance on first steps.
Offers free, confidential, and impartial advice to parents and young people (aged 0–25) regarding education, health, and social care.
Provides information on local support groups, such as the Neurodivergent Support Group in Rothley and Melton Mowbray Spectrum Support
Please use the QR Code to read the
Special educational needs and disability code of practice: 0 to 25 years
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LPT Autism Space
Resources from the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust focused on autism support and navigating the SEND system.
A dedicated service for families managing ADHD, including workshops and peer support.
We offer personalised, creative and flexible support for disabled people with complex needs. Our tailored approach ensures that every person is empowered to live fully at every stage of life.