Please note that Mrs Fisher and Mrs Vangalis Stobbs are now back at school so can be reached on the usual school phone number. You can continue to contact us via email on send@miltonhall.southend.sch.uk and we will respond within 3 working days.
Currently we are unable to meet for face to face meetings but we will review this on a weekly basis as per government guidance.
For annual reviews the paperwork will need to be completed in advance via the EHC Hub - instructions will be emailed to you. Please ensure you have an active email address as the review will not be able to be completed.
CLARO SOFTWARE - FREE TRIAL UNTIL THE END OF JUNE FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DYSLEXIA OR DYSLEXIC TENDENCIES 6/5/20
Milton Hall have managed to secure a free trial until end of June (it may work until the end of July but Claro couldn't confirm at this stage) for Claro software. If you are interested in downloading and trialling, please email send@miltonhall.southend.sch.uk and we will send you the download and licence instructions. Mrs Vangalis Stobbs saw it in action yesterday on a webinar and it could be really useful to support your child with reading and writing if they struggle with these due to possible dyslexic tendencies.
During the school closure period, if parents of children with SEND wish to contact either of the SENCOs they may do so on these numbers:
Mrs Fisher. 07517515533 Monday to Wednesday
Mrs Vangalis Stobbs 07707027588 Monday to Friday
The phones will be operational between 8:45am and 3:45pm. You may also use it as a direct text number but please leave your name and your child's name.
ONLINE LEARNING SUPPORT FOR SEND PUPILS
PHONICS AND SPELLING SUPPORT
Please follow the link below to the Ruth Miskin website - during the closure period they are playing daily phonic and spelling sessions. Ruth Miskin produce RWI which is the scheme that we use to teach the children phonics at school.
https://www.ruthmiskin.com/en/find-out-more/parents/
OAK NATIONAL ACADEMY - ONLINE LESSONS FOR YEAR R TO YEAR 10
The government have rolled out a national online academy lesson service so that pupils can access lessons online. You can select by year group or by subject.
https://www.thenational.academy/online-classroom
ONLINE LANGUAGE LEARNING
If you fancy learning a new language with your child, Duo Lingo is free of charge forever!
Also, for 3 months, Rosetta Stone are offering online language learning. It's very good but be aware they are chargeable after the three month period is over.
https://www.rosettastone.co.uk/lp/freeforkids/
CLICKER - FREE SOFTWARE TO SUPPORT PUPILS WHO STRUGGLE WITH WRITING
Free during the school closure period. Requires download.
https://www.cricksoft.com/uk/clicker/clicker-at-home
TOUCH TYPING LESSONS
Start from scratch! Free lessons - a brilliant life skill, whether you child struggles with handwriting, putting pen to paper, spelling or wrist pain.
https://www.typingclub.com/
The SENCos at Milton Hall are:
Mrs Fisher and Mrs Vangalis Stobbs
You are welcome to contact the SENCos by calling 01702 330758, email send@miltonhall.southend.sch.uk or by visiting the school.