SHSS AEN

Additional Educational Needs (AEN) Department – SHSS

The AEN Department at SHSS is dedicated to supporting all students to reach their full potential within an inclusive and nurturing learning environment. The AEN department comprises the AEN Coordinator and AEN Team. The department works in partnership with Learning Support teachers, Mainstream teachers, parents, and students to ensure individual learning needs are identified, understood, and supported effectively.

The AEN Team includes lead teachers for each year group, who oversee provision of learning support, monitor progress, and collaborate with subject teachers to introduce and adapt teaching and learning strategies. The team meets regularly to review student progress, share best practice, and ensure consistency of support across the school.

Regular communication with parents and students is central to the department’s approach, helping to build strong partnerships that foster confidence and academic success. The AEN Department also coordinates RACE (Reasonable Accommodations for Certificate Examinations) and other exam supports, ensuring that eligible students receive the appropriate assistance to demonstrate their abilities under fair and supportive conditions.