The Visual Impairment Team in the Sensory Support Service team supports children and young people who have a visual impairment. A child/young person can be referred by a clinician or educational setting. We can then assess their needs and provide appropriate support and advice. The team also provides support to parents / carers and educational settings.
Support may include:
- Practical, and emotional, support to families on how to help their child learn and develop
- Specialist assessments of need
- Direct teaching in schools and settings
- Trainign and advice to staff in schools and settings
- Habilitation support
- Support to transition from one setting to another
- Liaison with parents/carers
- EHCP’s and Annual Reviews
- Risk assessments
The team may become involved with a child from birth and they may remain involved with a child/ young person until they are 19 (25 for young people with complex needs). The amount and type of support depends on the severity of the child’s needs.
Local Offer Age Bands
0-5 - Early years
5-11 - Primary
11-16 - Secondary
Preparation for adulthood
Quick Links (link to Padlet QR codes)
We use Padlet to share all information about visual impairment. The Padlet is updated regularly and has key information, links to charities and useful practical advice to support families and educational settings. Please feel free to explore the Padlet links further.
Parent/Carer Padlet VI information
https://padlet.com/sensoryeducation/vi-information-for-parents-carers-2m2367mvuhqo5frm
VI advice for schools and settings Padlet
https://padlet.com/sensoryeducation/vi-advice-for-schools-settings-3qt6oopfdqc2f9fp