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St Alban’s school is an average primary school serving a catchment area of low social and economic disadvantage. The school has a low transient population. Pupils have a broad range of special educational needs including autism, Speech and Language and physical disabilities.
Miss Colligan is the SENCO at St Alban’s Catholic Primary School and can be contacted through the school office.
If you would like a paper copy (or any other format) of any of our documents on our website please speak to the school office, who will provide them to you free of charge. If you would like to discuss your SEND requirements in detail please contact the school to arrange an appointment.
The Gateshead Council newly re-designed SEND Local Offer is the go-to website for services, support, and information for children and young people aged 0–25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Whether you’re a parent, carer, young person, or professional, the updated website makes it easier to:
find out about support for education, health, and care needs
understand the SEND Thresholds to find out what help is available and when
explore our new Stepping Up page and app for guidance on transitions from birth to adulthood
access clear, up-to-date information on local services and how to get involved.
Visit the new site today and see how we’re working together to help every young person in Gateshead thrive
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