We understand that a number of pupils may benefit from extra help with their studies. This is especially so if they have been assessed as having a specific learning need, such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or dyscalculia, or if they have been diagnosed with ADHD or Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
The Head of Learning Support is a qualified SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) and the department also has a ‘specialist teacher’ who is a qualified assessor.
Learning support in 2-8
Short term learning support is available, and teachers are encouraged to openly discuss the individual needs of children with parents. Support may include working more closely with a dedicated teaching assistant in English or Maths. If there is a longer term need, our Learning Support Co-ordinator can work with children, parents and teachers to develop a programme of support.
Learning Support in 8-13
We can provide small group or individual support through the Learning Support Department. The department is housed in two specialist rooms supplied with current materials and ICT equipment. Department staff are qualified and experienced teachers of children with Special Educational Needs or those for whom English is not their first language. Plans for progress are prepared together with the class or subject teacher to ensure a cohesive strategy. Supportive parents are vital for progress to both take place and be maintained.
Learning support in 13-18
Support is provided at a level appropriate to the individual. If and when required, pupils receive extra tuition from their subject teacher, or more specialist group or one-to-one help from the SENCO.
Pupils with a diagnosed learning difficulty may be eligible for an Access Arrangement, which allows for extra time, reader, or other help with internal or public examinations. Learning Support collects evidence on behalf of the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) to support such applications.
Useful contacts
Information about different needs
British Dyslexia Association (bdadyslexia.org.uk) – British Dyslexia Association
Autism Education Trust – Autism Education Trust
ADHD UK - Homepage - ADHD UK – ADHD UK
Home page | Nasen – National Association of Special Educational Needs (NASEN)
Information about family support
York's Local Offer provides families, professionals, children and young people with Special Educational Needs, information regarding education, post 16 options, health services, parent and carer support, money advice, SEN guidance and information on Education, Health and Care Plans. The site aims to be easy to use and useful for anybody who is involved with Special Educational Needs.
ADAPT (recoverycollegeonline.co.uk)
This resource is for parents of children and young people who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
It is designed to be an updated and improved online version of the previous Brief ASCEND course which was being delivered through 3 ½ day face to face sessions prior to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The resource has been co-produced by the CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and CYC (City of York Council) Specialist Teaching Team in York.
Understanding mental health (recoverycollegeonline.co.uk)
This course is aimed at parents and carers of young people and explores what is meant by mental health, how to recognise when somebody is struggling, how to provide support, how to look after yourself and also provides information on where to get extra support.
British Dyslexia Association (bdadyslexia.org.uk) – British Dyslexia Association
Autism Education Trust – Autism Education Trust
ADHD UK - Homepage - ADHD UK – ADHD UK
Home page | Nasen – National Association of Special Educational Needs (NASEN)
York's Local Offer provides families, professionals, children and young people with Special Educational Needs, information regarding education, post 16 options, health services, parent and carer support, money advice, SEN guidance and information on Education, Health and Care Plans. The site aims to be easy to use and useful for anybody who is involved with Special Educational Needs.
ADAPT (recoverycollegeonline.co.uk)
This resource is for parents of children and young people who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
It is designed to be an updated and improved online version of the previous Brief ASCEND course which was being delivered through 3 ½ day face to face sessions prior to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The resource has been co-produced by the CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) and CYC (City of York Council) Specialist Teaching Team in York.
Understanding mental health (recoverycollegeonline.co.uk)
This course is aimed at parents and carers of young people and explores what is meant by mental health, how to recognise when somebody is struggling, how to provide support, how to look after yourself and also provides information on where to get extra support.