SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
realise their potential and do as well as they possibly can is a huge confidence booster, so the earlier this kind of help is found, the better. A change in perception One positive development is in the way that neurodivergence is perceived these days. Increasingly, it’s something to be valued and even celebrated. Learning support teams are going all out to keep breaking down barriers and ensure that neurodiverse pupils feel heard and supported, which is something that can be hugely liberating for them. It’s all about knowing what’s right for each individual; this is essential given that support can include everything from allowing extra time in exams and assessments to breaking down complex “SEN specialists stress that getting a diagnosis is about identifying how best to help children”
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