Our Inclusion Vision
At Gillingstool Primary School, we believe that every child has a unique and evolving profile of 
strengths, interests and needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive school community where 
every child feels valued, understood and supported to achieve their potential.

Through an ambitious curriculum, inclusive teaching, enabling learning environments, adaptive 
practice and meaningful partnerships with families, we work to remove barriers and create a culture 
where every child can access learning, participate fully in school life, develop increasing independence 
and experience a genuine sense of belonging.

Inclusion is not a bolt-on. It is at the heart of everything we do. It is woven throughout our curriculum, 
classrooms, relationships and everyday practice, shaping the way we teach, support and celebrate 
every learner. Through high-quality teaching, enabling learning environments, adaptive practice and 
meaningful partnerships with families, we aim to ensure that every child can participate, belong and 
thrive.

Our Inclusive Curriculum

We believe that inclusion begins with an ambitious curriculum and high-quality teaching for all.

Our curriculum is designed to:
• Promote participation, achievement and belonging.
• Develop knowledge, skills and understanding over time.
• Celebrate diversity and value difference.
• Build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Provide appropriate challenge and opportunities for success.
• Prepare children for future learning and life beyond school.
We recognise that children may access learning in different ways and that some may require adaptations and additional support to achieve success.

Universal Inclusive Teaching

High-quality teaching is the foundation of our inclusive approach.

At Mosaic, inclusion is not something additional to teaching. It is how teaching is designed. Universal 
Inclusive Teaching provides the foundation for all learners and helps remove barriers before they 
arise.

Across our classrooms you will see:
• Clear explanations and modelling.
• Carefully sequenced learning.
• Explicit teaching of vocabulary and concepts.
• Regular opportunities for practice and retrieval.

MOSAIC PARTNERSHIP TRUST

• Positive relationships and high expectations.
• Flexible approaches that support different ways of learning.
• Scaffolds that help children experience success whilst developing independence.

Enabling Learning Environments

We know that children's ability to learn, participate and succeed is influenced not only by what is  taught but by the environment in which they learn. Our environments are designed to promote  accessibility, participation, wellbeing, independence and belonging for all learners. We recognise that  children are more likely to thrive when they feel safe, understood, represented and connected to their school community. Through clear routines, positive relationships, communication-friendly approaches  and thoughtfully organised learning spaces, we create the conditions in which all children can participate, engage and thrive.

Adaptive Practice

Our Mosaic Adaptive Practice Framework helps staff understand and respond to barriers that children 
may experience. Adaptations are not about lowering expectations; they are about removing barriers so 
that every child can access learning, participate fully and experience success. Staff use a combination 
of planned and responsive adaptations to ensure teaching remains flexible and inclusive. 

Planned Adaptations

Planned adaptations are identified in advance through assessment, observation, pupil voice, family partnerships and professional knowledge of the child. They are thoughtfully incorporated into teaching, learning environments and routines to reduce barriers before they arise.

Responsive Adaptations

Responsive adaptations are made in the moment as staff respond to children's understanding, 
participation, confidence and wellbeing.

The Importance of Independence

A key principle of our approach is helping children become increasingly independent.

The purpose of adaptations is not to create dependence on adult support. Instead, we aim to equip 
children with the knowledge, skills, strategies and confidence they need to access learning, solve 
problems, communicate effectively and participate successfully in school life. Through carefully 
planned support, we help children develop the independence they need to thrive both now and in the 
future. 

Partnership with Families

We believe that meaningful inclusion is built through strong relationships, shared understanding and 
genuine partnership. Children thrive when the adults around them work together to understand their 
strengths, aspirations and experiences, creating a consistent and supportive approach across home 
and school.

We value the knowledge, perspectives and lived experiences of children and their families and 
recognise the important role they play in shaping inclusive practice. Through open communication, 
collaboration and shared decision-making, we aim to ensure that children and families feel heard, 
respected and actively involved in decisions about support, provision and school life

MOSAIC PARTNERSHIP TRUST

We work alongside families to:
• Understand children's strengths, interests, aspirations and support needs.
• Share successes, achievements and progress.
• Identify and reduce barriers to learning, participation and wellbeing.
• Review support and evaluate its impact together.
• Listen to and act upon the views of children and their families.
• Co-produce approaches that help children thrive both in school and beyond.

Participation, Belonging and Thriving

Participation

Ensuring every child can engage meaningfully in learning, relationships and the wider life of the 
school.

Belonging

Creating an inclusive culture where every child and family feels welcomed, valued, understood and 
connected. We believe belonging is fundamental to learning, wellbeing and participation. It is 
developed through positive relationships, strengths-based practice, inclusive environments, 
meaningful family partnerships and a culture that celebrates diversity and values difference.

Thriving

Supporting every child to achieve, grow in confidence, develop independence and flourish as a learner 
and individual.

Further information can be found:
• SEND Information Report
• SEND policy