Supporting Children and Young People with Sensory Impairments

Pupils with sensory impairment will often have difficulty accessing learning in the classroom. It is essential to make appropriate adjustments and provide support to ensure they do not miss out.

This unit offers practical suggestions for staff to help pupils achieve positive outcomes in school.

Author: William Baginsky

Course details

Area

SEND, PSHE, mental health and wellbeing

Duration

10-30 mins

Suitable for

All school staff

Aims and outcomes

  • Describe what is meant by ‘sensory impairments’.
  • Identify ways in which sensory impairments can affect learning.
  • Know how to support the learning of pupils with sensory impairments.
  • Continue to develop your knowledge and understanding of sensory impairments and effective support for pupils.

Course content

  • Unit 1: Supporting children and young people with sensory impairments

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