Supporting pupils with SEND in reading means providing a range of inclusive, targeted strategies to ensure that every child can access and enjoy the reading curriculum. This includes high-quality first teaching that is carefully differentiated to meet individual needs, alongside scaffolded support such as visual aids, pre-teaching of key vocabulary, and the use of multi-sensory approaches.

Structured phonics teaching through Little Wandle supports the development of decoding and fluency, while interventions such as Nessy help reinforce spelling, comprehension, and word recognition. Adults provide regular opportunities for one-to-one and small-group reading, modelling strategies to build confidence and independence.

Ongoing assessment informs planning, ensuring that barriers to learning are addressed swiftly and effectively. Through this supportive approach, pupils with SEND are enabled to learn the foundational skills of reading, grow in confidence and fluency, and flourish as motivated, enthusiastic readers who experience success and enjoyment in their reading journey.