SEN - How A School Should Help
The statutory guidance on inclusive schooling that exists for all state schools and nurseries for children with SEN in England doesn't apply to schools in other parts of the UK (they have their own guidance) or those in the independent sector, who can please themselves.
However, fears of future litigation mean independent schools are beginning to take special needs very seriously and many will follow the guidelines or similar.
Formalising classroom help and target setting
What is an Individual Education Plan (IEP) and what will it mean for a child and their parents if an IEP is suggested?
An...
Often, the first a parent hears of his or her child not coping as well as expected is when the teacher suggests placing the child on the special needs register. This can cause great...
If your child needs extra or different help, such as teaching in a different way, different learning materials, extra help individually or in a small group, specialist equipment,...
If a school cannot meet all the child’s needs from its resources, it may be necessary to apply for a statement of SEN. Statements are designed to ensure a child's...
Under the Disability Discrimination Act, appropriate help must be provided by schools and colleges so that children with special educational needs are ‘on a level playing...
Children are tested either on entry to school or even before they have set foot through the door.
Not just the three Rs and cognitive ability, but interaction, co-operation...
With thanks to the RNIB.
The needs of the individual will vary so do check but visually impaired children usually find it easier to work in rooms where lighting levels are lower...
Play, in its many forms, contributes to our development. It provides opportunities to use imagination and to be creative. Through play there is the potential to explore the natural...
'Don't just tell them about a cherry pie - show them; let them smell, touch, taste - even make one. '
Talking in the abstract can alienate even the most gifted learner....
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