Special Educational Needs

Question 1

If a child is struggling to perform what is done?

Answer 1

A School Action

Question 2

What is the difference between a School Action and a School Action Plus?

Answer 2

A School Action Plus is when outside agencies need to get involved (educational psychologist, speech therapist etc.)

Question 3

When would a child be defined as having special educational needs,?(SEN)

Answer 3

He/She has SEN if he or she has a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of children the same age, or has a disability which either prevents or hinders the child from making use of educational facilities provided for children of the same age in schools within the local area

Question 4

Who is a special educational needs coordinator? (SENCO)

Answer 4

A teacher who specialises in the assessment of children who may require help.

Question 5

How often should the statement of SEN for each child be reviewed?

Answer 5

Annually