What Are Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
SEN includes: specific learning difficulties, intellectual disability, autism, ADHD, physical disability, visual impairment, hearing impairment, and speech-language impairment.
Support Provided by Schools
- Learning Support Grant
- School-based educational psychologist services
- School-based speech therapy services
- SEN Coordinator
- Homework and assessment adjustments
How to Apply for Support
Parents can apply for assessment through school or directly through the Education Bureau. Early identification and support greatly helps a child learning and development.
What Parents Can Do
- Maintain close communication with school
- Understand your child learning needs
- Support training goals at home
- Participate in Individual Education Plan meetings
Importance of Early Intervention
Research shows that early intervention significantly improves learning outcomes for children with SEN.