Topcon has been formally appointed to work on a project to create a new learning space for children with additional needs.
The latest in a series of resource specialist provisions (RSP) in North East Lincolnshire, will be created at Bursar Primary Academy – part of the Humber Education Trust.
An RSP is a dedicated educational setting within a mainstream school that offers personalised support for children with SEND. These provisions include specialist staff, adapted facilities, and tailored resources to meet individual needs, while enabling students to remain part of the wider school community.
Similar projects have already been completed at a number of other schools across the borough, including Littlecoates, Healing, Tollbar and Fairfield.
Councillor Samuel Grice, deputy leader and portfolio holder for children and education at North East Lincolnshire Council, welcomed the announcement.
“I’m really pleased to see that we’re continuing to progress with the development of more school spaces for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
“My ambition is for the Council to develop many more of these RSPs at schools across the area over the coming years – they represent such a fantastic support mechanism for young people.
“It’s vital that we have places in our schools that can offer extra support to those children who need it.”
Director of Children’s Services at North East Lincolnshire Council, Ann-Marie Matson, said:
“RSPs have already provided so many children with much-needed extra support, allowing them to thrive at school. This latest project will extend that to even more young people, giving them the chance to grow and develop. I’m so pleased to see this project reach another milestone.”
Rachel Wilkes, CEO of Humber Education Trust
“We are delighted to reach this important milestone in the development of the new SEND Resource Base at Bursar Primary Academy and warmly welcome the appointment of the contractor who will help bring this vision to life. This investment reflects our commitment to creating inclusive learning environments where all children, regardless of their individual needs or circumstances, can access the support they need while remaining part of their local school community.
“Working in partnership with North East Lincolnshire Council and Bursar Primary Academy, we are proud to be helping address the growing demand for specialist places. This project embodies our Trust values of inclusion, ambition, collaboration and putting children at the heart of every decision we make.”
Kate Finney, Headteacher of Bursar Primary Academy
“We are excited to see this important project move forward and look forward to working together to create a specialist learning environment that will benefit children, families and the wider community. At Bursar Primary Academy, we are proud to be a school built on a strong sense of belonging, where every child is known, valued and encouraged to succeed. This new Resource Base will strengthen our ability to support a wider range of needs while remaining true to the nurturing, inclusive ethos that sits at the heart of our school.
“By providing high-quality specialist support within a mainstream setting, we will enable more children with additional needs to learn, grow and thrive alongside their peers in their local community. This development reflects our commitment to ensuring every child has access to the opportunities, support and encouragement they need to reach their full potential, while fostering a culture where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels they belong.
“We are grateful for the support of Humber Education Trust and North East Lincolnshire Council in making this project possible and look forward to seeing the lasting positive impact it will have on children, families and the wider community for many years to come.”
The new provision will have up to 20 places for primary-age children with cognition and learning and/or communication and interaction needs, and is funded by North East Lincolnshire Council.
The works are scheduled for completion on the 20th November.
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