Northwood College is a selective school and we offer places to children with learning difficulties e.g. children with dyslexia and/or dyspraxia.
Learning Support
Northwood College is a selective school and we offer places to children with learning difficulties e.g. children with dyslexia and/or dyspraxia. We also offer places to children with disabilities, physical impairments and/or medical problems and others if we feel that we can provide appropriate support for their learning needs. We try to ensure that all pupils have the same access to all areas of the curriculum if at all possible. Differences in programmes of study only occur on rare occasions where this is in the best interests of the pupil.
In accordance with our Admissions Policy, prospective pupils with a learning difficulty or disability are assessed on the basis of their academic suitability for the school. The criteria and procedures will not disadvantage applicants with learning difficulties and disabilities. Discussions about the support required for pupils will be separate from assessment for their suitability. Hence, should any child have already been identified with a learning difficulty and/or disability, relevant reports should be brought to school so that the Learning Support Teacher/Learning Support Co-ordinator Junior School can look at them.
The Learning Support Teacher's expertise is sought if teachers, including the Head Mistress, are concerned about a child and whether they are suitable for Northwood College. Arrangements to use a laptop computer, or have extra time in the entrance examinations will be made for any candidate for whom a report from an educational psychologist or a recommendation from the Head and Special Needs Co-ordinator of the candidate's current school has been received.