Therapy Provision
The Therapy Department consists of a team of speech and language therapists (SLTs), occupational therapists (OTs) and an occupational therapy assistant.
The Therapy team work alongside classroom teachers and learning support assistants (LSAs) as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to teaching. Therapy takes place in 1:1, small group and class based sessions. Joint OT and SLT group therapy programs also take place e.g. life skills, study skills and preparation for leaving.
Our aim is to develop and enhance our students’ core skills and strategies, in order to enable them to become more independent learners, who can use their skills in a range of settings.
Students will have a designated key therapist (SLT/OT) for the academic year. The key therapist/s will manage the therapy package of care, which includes carrying out assessments (formal/ informal- as appropriate), coordinating therapy sessions and targets, contributing to the annual review process (writing a report and attending the meeting), contributing to parents’ evenings, and liaising with staff.
The Therapy team also provides regular training for school staff.