Reports and publications
This report sets out action points for Government Departments and Agencys to act collaboratively to improve the transition process.
Report of the Transitions Inter-Departmental Working Group PDF 288kb
Developed through a sub-group of the Special Educational Needs Inter-Departmental Group, comprised of representatives from both Education and Health sectors.
The purpose of the document is to promote collaborative working arrangements, at a local and regional level, to ensure that the education and therapy needs of children and young people are met within the special school setting.
A guide for parents and staff in mainstream schools who have a deaf child in their school (from Primary to secondaryt). Information on teaching strategies; inclusion; communication; deafness and technical support.
Deaf Friendly Schools:- A Guide for Principals, Staff & Governors PDF 1.28MB
A guide for schools / other educational settings to help teachers and lecturers to identify and provide additional help for those learners with Dyslexia.
Developing a Dyslexia - Friendly Learning Environment PDF 340kb
A guide for teachers and classroom assistants dealing with children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
Autistic Spectrum Disorders - A Guide to Classroom Practice PDF 562kb
A guide for teachers to assist them in working with children and young people on the autistic spectrum.
Evaluating Provision for Autistic Spectrum Disorders in Schools PDF 685kb
A guide to provide school staff with information about ADHD and how children with the condition can be helped in school.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - A Practical Guide for Schools PDF 4.23MB
This booklet aims to define ADHD and describes its core features. It provides very useful management tips for both pre-school and school age children.
A printed version of these documents can be obtained by contacting
Special Education Branch
Department of Education
Rathgael House
43-45 Balloo Road
Bangor
Co Down
BT19 7PR
TEL 0044 (0)28 9127 9465
Email - mail@deni.gov.uk
