If a pupil is finding learning difficult we recommend that an analysis and assessment of learning environments and teaching strategies should run alongside any child focused assessments.
'If a child does not learn in the way in which we teach, then we must teach him in the way in which he learns.' (Dr. Harry Chasty International Consultant in Learning Difficulties)
The Driver Trist Drive For Literacy Toolkit is a useful resource for developing inclusive classrooms.
Dyslexia Friendly School Practice Guide
Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment
Whole School SEND Resources
Specialist teachers working within NYCC's Cognition and Learning team have launched a 'Progression Pyramid' aimed at supporting school staff in developing pupil profiles and, if required, a route to requesting specialist involement. The 'Progression Pyramid' provides schools with links to key resources for assessment and intervemtion and is based on the SEN Code of Practice ' Assess, Plan, Do, Review' approach.
The 'Progression Pyramid' can also be accessed via the CYPS website http://cyps.northyorks.gov.uk/cognition-and-learning