Information for schools
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Dyslexia Assessment support for school staff
For a limited period of time London Borough of Waltham Forest Schools will not be charged for this service. Schools outside the borough will be charged £375.
Time: 2 hour training programme with a follow up 1 hour feedback session at an agreed later date, this session is recommended to be after 6 weeks but there is flexibility. (NB There will be an additional charge if additional follow up sessions are required).
Trainer: Lois Hood, PATOSS qualified Dyslexia Assessor and Tutor
Availability: Tuesday and Friday day and Twilight sessions in term time only
Description of programme:
To develop a ‘snapshot’ of the pupil in order to identify a pattern of their strengths and weaknesses and based on this to set out a plan of action. The way forward could include contacting an Educational Psychologist or specialist teacher for a full assessment or depending on the severity of the case to draw up an educational support programme which is more to do with improving certain skills.
Tools for the training: Using the Dyslexia Handbook – focussing on the Assessment section (Polite request: Schools to photocopy the material)
Attendees: Teachers, SENCO’s, HLTA and Senior Teaching Assistants (maximum of 8 attendees)
Training Programme:
Areas covered:
· Phonological Awareness
· Reading
· Spelling
· Sequencing
· Family Liaison
· Follow up guidelines
Feedback Session: Attendees to demonstrate plans of action and any issues or challenges to be resolved.
For further information please email admin@wfda.org.uk
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