A service providing accessible curriculum resources to support learners who cannot use standard print materials, particularly those with dyslexia or who are blind or partially sighted.
Useful Information
The Communication Trust
The Communication Trust is a coalition of over 50 not-for-profit organisations. Working together we support everyone who works with children and young people in England to support their speech, language and communication
A campaigning voice for children with speech, language and communication needs.
The Dyslexia – SpLD Trust
The Trust aims to ensure that in order for children with Dyslexia SpLD to succeed in school there is:
- A focus on high quality teaching practices by all teachers
- Access to specialist teachers and resources
- Early intervention and early action for those at greatest risk of failing
- Acceptance of the importance of Dyslexia/SpLD as a major contributor to educational under achievement and a strong risk factor for limited life opportunities
Dyspraxia Foundation
The Dyspraxia Foundation defines dyspraxia as:
Dyspraxia, a form of developmental coordination disorder (DCD) is a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor coordination, in children and adults. While DCD is often regarded as an umbrella term to cover motor coordination difficulties, dyspraxia refers to those people who have additional problems planning, organising and carrying out movements in the right order in everyday situations. Dyspraxia can also affect articulation and speech, perception and thought.
(Dyspraxia Foundation 2013). The Dyspraxia Foundation can help and support you and your child through its services and publications.
British Dyslexia Association
The BDA promotes early identification of specific learning difficulties (SpLD) and support in schools to ensure opportunity to learn for dyslexic learners.
PATOSS
The Professional Association for Teachers and Assessors of students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD). Parents, teachers and other professionals can find information on the website about SpLD and download resources.
