At Thames Ditton Infant School, we are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive. Ordinarily Available Provision (OAP) refers to the support, strategies, adjustments and resources that schools are expected to provide as part of high-quality teaching and learning for all pupils, including those with additional needs. OAP aims to remove barriers to learning, promote independence, and ensure that children can fully participate in school life and achieve their potential.

Most children with additional needs or disabilities can be supported through Ordinarily Available Provision without the need for a formal diagnosis. This support may include adaptations to teaching, targeted interventions, adjustments to the learning environment, and access to appropriate resources and equipment.

Understanding how we support children in school

Ordinarily Available Provision (OAP) describes the range of approaches, support, and strategies that may be used within schools to help children belong, learn, and make progress.

Developed in collaboration with Surrey School colleagues, local authority staff, and children, this guidance provides an overview of how support in schools can be shaped through everyday teaching, positive relationships, and inclusive practice. It also outlines how the school may respond when a child needs additional support.

The aim of this guidance is to help the whole school community understand the ways in which children can be supported in school to have positive school experiences and achieve their full potential.

For additional information about Surrey's Local Offer and Ordinarily Available Provision, please visit the Surrey County Council Local Offer website.