Archive for the ‘Special Educational Needs (SEN)’ Category

Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Independent Schools

It has been estimated that around 20% of children will need some form of extra support during their time at school. For many this will be relatively short-lived, for others it will affect their entire school – and home –…

A Bright Spark: ‘Gifted and Talented’ in the Independent Sector

‘Gifted and Talented’ (G&T) children are defined as those who have one or more abilities developed significantly ahead of their year group or have the potential to develop these abilities. Helping Students achieve their full potential is certainly nothing new…

SEN2008 – another successful ISC special educational needs conference

One of the most popular dates in the busy ISC events calendar is the annual SEN conference for Learning Support Workers, SENCos and Heads from UK independent schools. Feedback for previous ISC SEN events has always been exceptional, and

The Fonz: Not too cool for school

When ISC staff members Hayley Dunlop, Alex Caish and Buffy Sansom attended the Teaching Awards this summer, little did they know they would be meeting The Fonz – AKA Happy Days actor and dyslexia campaigner Henry Winkler. ISC Press Officer…

ISCias Information Officer – Helping parents find independent day and boarding schools

ISCias is a FREE information and advice service for parents giving general information about accredited independent schools. ISCias deals with around 800 queries each month and that figure continues to grow!

My role as ISCias Information officer is to answer…

SEN pupil gets support needed at independent school

Independent schools are often branded the preserve of the rich and talented. But, in fact the sector caters for those of all levels of ability and often provides ideal settings for those with special educational needs.

I am touched to…