A welcome message from Mrs Ewa Catalano – EAL Learning Mentor

I work at the academy as an EAL Learning Mentor. In our academy, we celebrate the fact that many of our students speak more than one language and we recognise that our academy community is enriched by this. We value the different languages and cultures that make up The St Lawrence Academy.

We are pleased to support our students by:

  • Providing our EAL students – particularly those who are New To English (NTE)  help to unlock their potential.
  • Helping students to speak, understand, read and write English
  • Supporting the continued use of students’ home languages and try to accommodate possible GCSE’s of their native language
  • Providing support through ICT, video or audio materials ,educational programmes, dictionaries and translators

A welcome message from Mrs Nusrat Choudhry – SENDCo

As a former student of High Ridge School, the predecessor to The St Lawrence Academy, I am proud to step into the role of SENDCo, continuing my long-standing connection with the school and the local community. Having lived in Scunthorpe for most of my life, I am deeply committed to supporting the success of students in our area. After studying at John Leggott College, I went on to earn a BA in Sociology and Social Policy from the University of Leeds, which shaped my passion for inclusive education and social equity.

Since joining The St Lawrence Academy in 2011 as a Teacher of Religious Education, I have held several leadership roles, including Achievement Team Leader and House Leader. These experiences have equipped me with the skills to support students holistically, balancing their academic, emotional, and social needs.

With over a decade of experience in education, including leadership in SEND and EAL provision, I bring a proven ability to develop and implement initiatives that empower students to achieve their full potential. In my previous role as Assistant SENDCo and Safeguarding Officer, including EAL Lead, I have built strong relationships with families, staff, and external agencies to create targeted interventions that drive measurable improvements in student outcomes.

My long-standing connection to Scunthorpe combined with my professional expertise, enables me to bring a deep understanding of the needs of our students and families.

I am excited to lead the SEND provision at The St Lawrence Academy, working with our dedicated staff to create an inclusive environment where every student feels supported and valued.