Our Approach to Inclusion

At the Flourish Federation, inclusion sits at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is for every child to feel valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential—academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe that children thrive in environments where their individuality is recognised and their needs are understood. Our inclusive practice ensures that all pupils, regardless of background, ability, or need, can flourish within a safe, happy, and ambitious learning community.

Our Inclusive Ethos

We are proud to be a federation that nurtures, inspires, and champions every child. Inclusion at Brookfield Infant School and Brookfield Junior School means:

• Ensuring that all children access an ambitious, balanced, and carefully sequenced curriculum, adapted to meet diverse starting points and learning needs.
• Promoting a language-rich culture in which vocabulary, communication, questioning and understanding drive learning across all subjects.
• Celebrating individuality and fostering a strong sense of belonging.
• Creating opportunities for children to become successful and valued members of modern British society, equipped with confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Working in partnership with pupils, families, and external agencies to provide tailored support that makes a meaningful difference each day.

How We Support Inclusion Across the Federation

1. High-Quality Teaching for All

Our teachers plan immersive, rich experiences grounded in the National Curriculum and adapted to meet the needs of each cohort. Key features include:

• Rosenshine-informed practice and strong modelling
• Effective questioning and regular checking for understanding
• Scaffolded learning to enable full curriculum access
• A strong emphasis on vocabulary, overlearning, and meaningful retrieval

This ensures that quality-first teaching remains the foundation of our inclusive approach.

2. Targeted Support and Interventions

Where needed, pupils may access additional support including:

• Structured intervention groups (e.g., reading, phonics, maths, social communication)
• Pre- and post-teaching to reinforce core concepts
• Small-group or 1:1 support guided by our SENCo
• Personalised provision maps linked to individual needs

Our interventions are carefully chosen, regularly reviewed, and designed to promote independence—not dependence.

3. Provision for Pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Our SEND provision follows the SEND Code of Practice and is led by our experienced SENCo who works across both schools.

We support children with needs relating to:

• Communication and Interaction
• Cognition and Learning
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health
• Physical and Sensory needs

More detailed information can be found on our SEND pages, including our SEND Information Report and Policies.

4. Inclusion Through Play and Social Development

Both schools offer a rich range of structured and free-flow play opportunities designed to support emotional regulation, pro-social skills, and confidence-building. This is adapted as appropriate to Infant and Junior settings.

At Brookfield Junior School, pupils benefit from:

• Zoned Play Areas including the Geek Zone, Chill-Out Zone, STEM/Energy Zone, Sports Zone, and Park Zone
• Strong adult presence modelling positive interactions
• A Year 6 Common Room fostering leadership, responsibility, and independence
• The Hub, a nurture-based, invitation-only space offering calm, structured emotional support
• A pupil-led Library, promoting responsibility and a culture of reading

Across the federation, our approach to play supports self-regulation, ensures every child can find a space that meets their needs, and promotes positive social experiences.

5. Emotional and Pastoral Support

We recognise the importance of supporting the whole child. Our holistic approach includes:

• Tailored nurture groups and sessions in The Hub
• Support from our Family Liaison Officer (FLO)
• Pastoral check-ins for pupils experiencing difficulty
• A clear, consistent behaviour system promoting fairness, reflection, and positive choices
• Restorative conversations to rebuild relationships and support resilience

We aim to ensure that every child feels heard, understood, and safe.

6. Pupil Voice and Leadership Opportunities

We value pupils as partners in shaping our inclusive community - Pupil Voice is a big part of our culture. Leadership opportunities include:

• Infant Council
• Curriculum Council (Juniors)
• Environment Council (Juniors)
• Wellbeing Council (Juniors)
• Pupil Librarians
• Reading Amabassors
• Sports Leaders
• Head Students
• Prefects
• Contributions to developing our allotment and sustainability work

These opportunities help pupils develop confidence, responsibility, and a strong sense of belonging.

7. Working with Families

Strong relationships with families underpin our inclusive approach. We:

• Communicate openly and regularly
• Offer support through our FLO and SENCo
• Provide workshops, strategies for support at home, and access to resources
• Ensure parents and carers are partners in all decisions about their child’s provision
• Work closely with supportive agencies

Together, we create a community where every child can thrive.

Our Commitment

Inclusion is not an add-on; it is the thread that runs through every aspect of life at the Flourish Federation.

We are committed to:

• Removing barriers to learning
• Ensuring equity of access and opportunity
• Celebrating diversity
• Preparing children for lifelong success

Every child is unique. Every child matters. Every child can flourish.