Severn Beach Preschool have a very inclusive ethos including working closely with children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). All staff have Autism Awareness training and we have also been awarded the Portage Stamp of Approval.
The keystone of all Portage practice is partnership, placing children and families at the centre and working with parents as the senior partner and lead educators.
Partnership also extends to multi-agency working with all involved with the child and family.
Portage supports parents and practitioners to use a small steps approach to learning, breaking down long term goals into achievable targets.
Portage practitioners aim to empower parents to make informed choices about their child’s development whilst supporting them to feel confident in their own abilities.
The Portage CAN DO approach celebrates diversity and emphasises that all children are able to learn.
