Helping pupils with Down syndrome to thrive in PE and breaktimes
Support pupils with Down syndrome in PE and breaktimes. Create inclusive, engaging environments that build confidence, participation and social skills.
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Helping children build early toileting skills with confidence: strategies for early years practitioners
June Rogers MBE, independent Paediatric Continence Specialist, shares practical strategies to help you feel confident supporting children with Down syndrome in your setting.
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Stories which celebrate inclusion and kindness: recommended books for your school or nursery
Discover picture books and stories that feature children with Down syndrome, alongside simple ideas for using them in school and nursery classrooms.
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Supporting visual learning for children with Down syndrome in early years settings
Learn how nursery and early years staff can support the visual learning needs of children with Down syndrome through simple, effective adaptations.
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Promoting positive behaviour for pupils with Down syndrome in primary schools
Explore strategies to promote positive behaviour for pupils with Down syndrome in primary schools, focusing on accessibility, communication and independence.
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Supporting numeracy for pupils with Down syndrome
Practical classroom strategies to support numeracy for pupils with Down syndrome, focusing on language, memory, counting, number sense, time and money.
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Supporting early reading in children with Down syndrome
Practical early reading strategies for children with Down syndrome. Learn how shared reading, whole-word approaches and clear print can build confidence and communication in early years settings.
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Promoting positive behaviour in young children with Down syndrome
Discover practical, evidence-based approaches to support positive behaviour, communication and learning for young children with Down syndrome in early years settings.
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Dear future colleague
A warm, practical letter from teacher and mum Vicky to a future colleague welcoming a young person with Down syndrome. She shares reassurance, real insight and the importance of belonging, collaboration and high-quality support as they begin their secondary school journey.
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Supporting fine motor skills for pupils with Down syndrome
Practical strategies to build handwriting and tool-use skills for pupils with Down syndrome. Learn how environment, tools and activities support confidence and success.
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