Learning Support

The aim of Orchard House is that each child, regardless of ability, should fulfil his/her potential.

Our programme of screening tests and regular assessments along with the observations of the teaching staff allow us to highlight pupils with any areas of concern. If your child appears to have any learning difficulties the class teacher will contact you.

The school has three SENCO teachers who have specialist training in teaching children with learning difficulties. They are responsible for the assessment of those children for whom there are concerns and for the organisation of learning support throughout the school.

If your child needs additional support this may be offered in a group setting or may be 1:1 tuition. In conjunction with the SENCO, an individual learning plan will be developed and it will be regularly reviewed. There is an additional charge for any individual tuition that may be required.