ARE - Age Related Expectations

ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder

CPD - Continuous Professional Development

DBS - Disclosure & Barring Service

DFE - Department for Education

EAL - English as an additional language

EHCP - Educational Healthcare Plan

EMAT – Eastern Multi Academy Trust

EWO - Education Welfare Officer

EYFS - Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Year Reception)

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

FSM - Free School Meals

GD - Greater Depth

G&T - Gifted & Talented

HLTA - Higher Level Teaching Assistant

IT - Information Technology

KS1 - Key Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2)

KS2 - Key Stage 2 (Years 3, 4, 5 & 6)

LA - Local Authority

LAC - Looked After Child

LSA - Learning Support Assistant

LGB - Local Governing Body

NQT - Newly Qualified Teacher

Ofsted - The Office for Standards in Education

PAN - Pupil Admission Numbers

PP - Pupil Premium

PPA - Preparation, Planning and Assessment

SALT - Speech & Language Therapy

SATS - Statutory Assessment Testing

SDP - School Development Plan

SEN - Special Educational Needs

SENCo - Special Educational Needs Coordinator

SEND - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

SPAG - Spelling & Grammar

SLT - Senior Leadership Team