Academic - Learning Support

The Learning Support Department enables pupils with either general or specific learning difficulties to have extra lessons with specialist teachers. Pupils can thus be taught on the premises in and out of school time. Computer software, e.g. ‘Wordshark,’ is frequently used.

The Learning Support teachers liaise with the subject teachers in order that the particular needs of pupils can be addressed. The school operates an inclusive policy towards those with special educational needs and the involvement of both the pupils and their parents is encouraged.

Screening procedures are used to identify possible pupils with learning difficulties and pupils can also be referred for more detailed assessments. Any reports from educational psychologists or other external agencies are utilised to pinpoint the needs of pupils and the school action needed.

Systems are in place for the application of access arrangements for public examinations for those pupils who would be otherwise disadvantaged.