The information below may be appropriate for primary and/or secondary pupils according to their age, stage and individual needs

Websites 

Self-help resources 

Training 

Online drop-in sessions are an opportunity to discuss individual pupils with the DSCN advisory team on a no names basis and will be available monthly between 3.30pm and 4.30pm. Book a 20-minute slot via the website 

Training on Dyscalculia - in-school CPD and as an OXSIT training courses 

Training is available on understanding maths difficulties, Down Syndrome. Access training through education services

Training on developing skills for maths - wholeschoolsend.org.uk

Specialist support in school 

Oxfordshire school inclusion team (OXSIT)

  • Strategic development of inclusive provision in schools
  • Early identification and improving provision for pupils at SEN Support
  • Developing an effective graduated response that improves learner outcomes
  • Middle leaders as leaders of SEND
  • Consultancy support bespoke to school including learning walk, book look and training

Find out more on what is available from OXSIT 

Educational psychology service

  • Bespoke training for schools and settings.
  • Joint problem solving/psychological consultation around a specific case or issue.
  • Whole class /whole school interventions 

Find out more about what is available on the Educational Psychology Service  

Down Syndrome and Complex Needs

  • the DSCN advisory team on a no names basis and will be available monthly. Book a 20-minute slot via the website.
  • Free online training ‘Supporting pupils with Down’s syndrome and complex needs’ will run every half term. Access training through education services. Attendance at the training is necessary before a referral can be made.
  • Use the good practice checklist (in resources above) to get lots of ideas for implementing good practice. This will help you decide if further support from SENSS DSCN is required.
  • Online drop-In sessions are an opportunity to discuss individual pupils with
  • If SENSS DSCN support is required, email SENSS with the completed good practice checklist senss@oxfordshire.gov.uk
  • A DSCN advisory teacher will arrange a virtual Teams meeting with the SENDCO and class teacher to discuss the referral.