Annie Elkington - Primary SEND Lead

Annie has recently joined the Central Trust team as the Primary SEND Lead. She has been a qualified teacher for 14 years; beginning her career at North Newton Primary School in Somerset. Upon completing her National Award for SEN Co-ordination with Plymouth University in 2016, Annie has worked as a Primary SENDCO in both Somerset and Devon and has a high level of experience working with children with special educational needs (SEND) and their families. She recently completed the Mental Health Lead award and was the Designated Teacher in her previous role supporting looked-after and previously looked-after children.   

She is passionate about driving change and improving outcomes for children with SEND and in supporting schools to build a foundation of inclusion where every child is able to thrive.