Primary Education Programme
Ongoing support, training, information and resources for schools.
What does the Primary Education Programme include?
Our Primary Education Programme supports primary schools working with pupils with Down syndrome. Annual subscription to this programme starts from date of sign up and includes:
- Ongoing Support: Regular online sessions with experts highly experienced in working with children with Down syndrome, and the opportunity to meet and share ideas with other schools.
- Training: A CPD accredited online course for those working in the classroom which covers: the learning strengths of pupils with Down syndrome, strategies to promote inclusive practices, and guidance around differentiating the curriculum. In addition, a training video for all staff is included to help establish a successful school team.
- Information: Access to practical information sessions and videos covering a range of education and health needs including developing literacy and numeracy, supporting hearing and vision difficulties, as well as supporting friendships and positive behaviour.
- Resources: Including practical activities and examples to support learning across the curriculum as well as tools to target and measure individual progress.
Expert-led programme for schools
This programme is led by Dr. Rebecca Baxter, Director of Education and Speech and Language Therapy at Down Syndrome UK. With over 15 years of experience working with schools and families, Becky has successfully supported school staff in teaching pupils with Down syndrome. She previously led a team of specialist teachers in Hampshire, and now we’re excited to offer her expertise online – making specialist support accessible to schools everywhere.
Supporting schools
Training and resources for pupils with Down syndrome
The programme aims to give schools training, information and access to professionals across a range of topics relevant to pupils with Down syndrome. School staff can ask any questions/seek advice on specific topics/issues
e.g., communication, differentiation, behaviour. There will be a bank of resources providing theory and practical strategies to implement in the classroom.
“Being part of the Primary Education Programme over the last year has given us access to a wide variety of resources and professional learning opportunities to give staff a deeper understanding of how we can support young learners who have Down syndrome. It is reassuring to know that we have a point of contact that we can go to for advice and support if we need it.”
Register for our free webinar
To find out more join us for a free webinar covering practical strategies and resources that can be used in the classroom. During this session we will share information around PEP and the potential training, information and ongoing support available to schools.
