They often require additional ongoing support and equipment to access all the opportunities available to their peers.
This information may be appropriate for primary and/or secondary pupils according to age, stage and individual needs.
Websites
Self-help resources
- Physical disabilities school trip advice
- Physical disabilities primary classroom environment advice sheet
- Physical disabilities postural support advice sheet
- Inclusive support series (pdf format)
Training
- pdnet Level 1 Training – pdnet
- Basic introduction, cancer, persistent physical symptoms, long COVID, Taming the toilet trickster (constipation and soiling) – Book on the Oxfordshire Hospital School website
- Whole School SEND training on an introduction to teaching learners with physical needs
Specialist support in school
SENSS Physical Disability Team
A countywide Special Educational Needs (SEN) teaching and advisory support service. Referrals can be made to the SENSS physical disabilities team by calling 01865 323070 or emailing senss@oxfordshire.gov.uk.