Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)

Type of support/provision made at Farne Primary School:

• Visual timetables in all classes, with some children having access to more individualised versions.  
• Areas of the classroom are clearly defined and labelled.  
• Opportunity to communicate in different ways e.g: Makaton or communication boards.   
• Now and Next boards. 
• A differentiated curriculum and resources including sensory equipment or access to the sensory room. 
• A range of resources to support pupils with speech and language difficulties e.g. word banks, visual prompts.  
• Support during times of stress or anxiety.  
• 'Zones of Regulation' to support children learning about their emotions and how to self-regulate.  
• Resources to reduce anxiety and promote emotional wellbeing e.g. fidgets, physical learning walks. 
• Areas of low distraction/individual workstations.  
• Use of ICT where possible to reduce barriers to learning.  
• Social skills support including strategies to enhance self-esteem and nurture groups.   
• Strategies/programmes to support speech and language development.
• This includes facilitating small group or one to one support for children following programmes of work provided by outside specialists such as speech and language therapists.  
• Use of individualised reward systems to promote learning and enhance self-esteem   Individual daily special time/box time sessions for children who this has been recommended for.   
• Support/supervise children at time they feel most anxious or stressed e.g. break and lunch. 
• Social skills programme/support including strategies to enhance self-esteem e.g. social stories  Where necessary we seek advice and training from outside agencies