Policies and procedures
Please find here our list of different policies and procedures, listed alphabetically, and click for more information.
Accessibility Policy
This policy reflects the values and philosophy of Langside school in relation to Accessibility. It sets out a framework within which teaching and non-teaching staff can operate. Click here to read the policy.
Admissions Policy
This document outlines the admissions policy for parents wishing their child to attend Langside School. Click here to read the policy.
Allergy and Contra-Indication Policy
Langside School is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all pupils, staff, and visitors, including those with allergies. Click here to read the policy.
Attendance Policy
This document outlines the Attendance Policy for Langside School. Click here to read the policy.
Click here to read the Attendance Policy Appendix 1 - Fixed Penalty Notice.
Behaviour Policy
This policy should be read in conjunction with the ‘Governor Principles of Behaviour’ document. Click here to read the policy.
Behaviour: Written Statement of Principles
The purpose of the Statement is to provide guidance for the Principal in drawing up the school’s Behaviour Policy so that it reflects the shared aspirations and beliefs of the governors, staff and parents in the school as well as taking full account of law and guidance on behaviour matters. Click here to read the policy.
Bullying Policy
Bullying is behaviour by an individual or group, repeated over time, that intentionally hurts another individual or group either physically or emotionally. Click here to read the policy.
Careers Guidance Policy
Langside School provides a tailored, engaging curriculum that addresses each pupil’s unique needs and strengths, supporting their abilities, skills, and interests throughout their time at the school. Click here to read the policy.
Charging Policy
Langside does not charge nor ‘suggest a donation’ to parents/carers for any activity that is linked to the pupil’s learning outcomes. Click here to read the policy.
Code of Conduct
A Code of Conduct is designed to give clear guidance on the standards of behaviour all school staff are expected to observe, and the school should notify staff of this code and the expectations therein. Click here to read the policy.
Communication Policy
Langside School believes all children can express themselves and that all children should have the opportunity to do so using whatever means is appropriate for them. Click here to read this policy.
Complaints Policy
This complaints procedure is not limited to parents or carers of children that are registered at the school. Any person, including members of the public, may make a complaint to Langside School about any provision of facilities or services that we provide. Click here to read this policy.
Curriculum Policy
The school provides a fully integrated sensory and therapeutic approach to education; each pupil has an individually tailored curriculum which focuses on personalised approaches to learning. Click here to read the policy.
Data Policy
Personal data will be processed fairly and lawfully and will be adequate, relevant and not excessive in relation to the purpose or purposes for which they are processed. Click here to read the policy.
Disciplinary Policy
The purpose of the disciplinary policy is to encourage all employees to achieve and maintain high standards of conduct, attendance and job performance whilst ensuring consistent and fair treatment of all employees. Click here to read the policy.
Donations Policy
Langside School, as part of Diverse Abilities, is committed to ensuring that all fundraising and donation-related activities are conducted ethically, transparently, and in line with nationally recognised standards. Click here to read the policy.
Dysphagia Policy
All children on admission to Langside School will be assessed for the presence of dysphagia. This will include a discussion with parents and where appropriate, professionals who have previously assessed the student. Click here to read the policy.
Early Years Policy
Every child deserves the best possible start in life and the support that enables them to fulfil their potential. Children develop quickly in early years and a child’s experiences between birth and age five have a major impact on their future life chances.Click here to read the policy.
Educational Visits Policy
Langside School values the educational, social, and therapeutic benefits of off-site visits. Click here to read the policy.
Employee Development Procedure
The purpose of this management policy is to ensure that all employees are managed fairly and equally from the beginning of their employment with Diverse Abilities. Click here to read the policy.
Equality and Diversity Policy
Diverse Abilities is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity and to providing services and following practices which are free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. Click here to read the policy.
Exclusion Policy
The school is committed to providing an inclusive, safe, and nurturing environment where all pupils can access high‑quality education, therapeutic input, and care tailored to their individual learning profiles. Click here to read the policy.
GDPR Policy
This policy sets out Diverse Abilities commitment to ensuring that any personal data, including special category personal data, is carried out in compliance with data protection law. Click here to read the policy.
Governors Statement on Behaviour
The purpose of the Statement is to provide guidance for the Principal in drawing up the school’s behaviour policy. Click here to read the statement.
Governors Allowance Policy
This guidance has been developed in accordance with ‘the school governance (roles, procedures and allowances) (England) regulations 2013’. Click here to read the policy.
Grievance Policy
This policy is to ensure that any employee with a grievance has access to a process that can lead to a speedy resolution and that it is resolved in a fair manner. Click here to read the policy.
Hygiene and Infection Control and Prevention of Health Care Associated Infections
Langside School caters for up to 32 pupils who all have an Education Health & Care Plan or a statement of special educational needs relating to physical and learning disabilities. The school welcomes many pupils who have complex medical needs and may require a high level of nursing care throughout the day. Click here to read the policy.
Intimate Care Policy
Langside School takes seriously its responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. Meeting a pupil’s intimate care needs is a key aspect of safeguarding and promoting wellbeing. Click here to read the policy.
Lockdown and Bomb Threat Policy
This procedure aims to minimise disruption to the learning environment whilst ensuring the safety of all pupils and staff. Click here to read the policy.
Medicine Policy
Many of the children we support require regular medicine as part of their care. This policy ensures that medicine is administered and taken as necessary and safely. If you’d like to see the medicine policy appendices, please get in touch. Click here to read the policy.
Meeting Additional Health Needs and Responding to Medical Incidents
Meeting additional health needs and responding to medical incidents. Click here to read the policy.
Mental Health and Emotional Well Being Policy
We aim to promote positive mental health throughout the work of the school. Click here to read the policy.
Mobile Phone Policy
This policy provides clear guidance on the use of mobile phones in school by staff and visitors. Click here to read the policy.
Online Safety and Acceptable Use Policy
This policy applies to all Governors, staff, volunteers, children, young people, and anyone involved in Langside School’s activities. Click here to read the policy.
Parents Complaints Procedure
Langside School is committed to providing the best possible service to those families which have entrusted individuals to our staff for their education and care. Taking concerns seriously at the earliest stage will reduce the numbers that develop into formal complaints. Click here to read the complaints procedure.
Photo and Video Sharing Policy
Diverse Abilities is committed to the highest standards of openness, integrity and accountability. Diverse Abilities has a reputation for providing excellent, professional services and we enjoy strong relationships with our stakeholders within a diverse community. While providing this service, we record pictures and videos of the people we support making achievements and capturing their progress. Click here to read the complaints procedure.
Premises Management Policy
Langside Special School is committed to maintaining premises that are safe, secure, accessible, hygienic and fit for purpose, enabling all pupils—particularly those with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) and complex medical needs—to learn and thrive in a supportive environment. Click here to read the policy.
Provider Access Statement
This policy statement sets out the school’s arrangements for managing the access of providers to pupils at the school for the purpose of giving them information about their offer. Click here to read the policy.
Record Keeping in Nourish Care
This policy sets out how staff will create, maintain, store, and use records within the Nourish Care digital care‑record system, ensuring compliance with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) expectations for accurate, clear and secure record keeping. Click here to read the policy.
Recruitment Policy
Diverse Abilities is committed to ensuring fair recruitment practices which enable the recruitment of quality employees with an awareness of the needs of the Children and Adults we support. Click here to read the policy.
Restrictive Physical Intervention Policy
Langside School is a specialist setting serving pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), many of whom have complex physical, sensory, medical and communication needs. The school recognises that these pupils may experience distress, frustration or dysregulation due to factors including pain, fatigue, sensory overload, communication breakdown or changes in routine. Click here to read the policy.
Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
Effective safeguarding systems are child centered. Langside works by this policy to ensure all of the children are safe. Click here to read the policy.
School Security Policy
We aim to provide a safe and secure environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. Our Security Policy ensures that we have in place effective procedures to enable us to achieve this aim. Click here to read the policy.
SEN Policy
We believe that everyone should have the chance to thrive, and that Langside can make this belief a reality. We believe that with the right environment and individualised support everyone can grow, learn and achieve. We celebrate diversity and value the contribution that every child and young person makes. Click here to read the policy.
Statement on Allegations Against Staff
The following guidance for dealing with allegations of abuse against teachers and other staff. Click here to read the statement.
Touch Policy
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Uniform Policy
The purpose of this policy is to outline the uniform options available to pupils at Langside School and to provide guidance on the wearing of the school uniform. Click here to read the policy.
Whistle Blowing Policy
Whistleblowing encourages and enables school community members to raise serious concerns with the school. Click here to ready the policy.