Learning Support Centre
There are presently three Learning Support Centre (LSC) classes in Downpatrick PS.
C 1: Years 1 – 3
C 2: Years 4-5
C3: Years 6-7
The Learning Support Centre at Downpatrick Primary School caters for children with a range of addition needs such as moderate learning difficulties, autism and social communication difficulties, dyslexia, ADHD and speech and language difficulties.
How can my child get a place?
Children who are assessed by an Educational Psychologist and receive a Statement from the Board recommending a small group placement with a high adult to pupil ratio. If your child is undergoing assessment you are very welcome to get in touch. Parents are often overwhelmed by the process and unsure what choices to make for their child. We are very happy to chat with you and explain what we can offer your child and what steps you need to take.
What can we offer?
We are proud of the expertise and experience of all our staff working with children with a range of needs and this is supported by on-going professional development opportunities.
The Learning Support Centre is well resourced to meet the needs of all the children. The pupil/teacher ratio is small which gives the children the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge. We find that children quickly adjust to a school move to our LSC and we see positive changes in their self-esteem and confidence reported by their parents at home and in school.
Children in the LSC follow the Northern Ireland Primary curriculum, receiving individually targeted teaching for both literacy and numeracy. Support from outside agencies is important and we are fortunate to have Speech and Language Therapists attending the school weekly and other professionals who also work with the children.
As we are part of a mainstream primary school , our Learning Support Centre provides children with daily opportunities to integrate with their mainstream peers during the school day for example play based learning in Foundation Stage, Activity based learning in KS1 and The Arts, Science and PE in KS2.
C 1: Years 1 – 3
C 2: Years 4-5
C3: Years 6-7
The Learning Support Centre at Downpatrick Primary School caters for children with a range of addition needs such as moderate learning difficulties, autism and social communication difficulties, dyslexia, ADHD and speech and language difficulties.
How can my child get a place?
Children who are assessed by an Educational Psychologist and receive a Statement from the Board recommending a small group placement with a high adult to pupil ratio. If your child is undergoing assessment you are very welcome to get in touch. Parents are often overwhelmed by the process and unsure what choices to make for their child. We are very happy to chat with you and explain what we can offer your child and what steps you need to take.
What can we offer?
We are proud of the expertise and experience of all our staff working with children with a range of needs and this is supported by on-going professional development opportunities.
The Learning Support Centre is well resourced to meet the needs of all the children. The pupil/teacher ratio is small which gives the children the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge. We find that children quickly adjust to a school move to our LSC and we see positive changes in their self-esteem and confidence reported by their parents at home and in school.
Children in the LSC follow the Northern Ireland Primary curriculum, receiving individually targeted teaching for both literacy and numeracy. Support from outside agencies is important and we are fortunate to have Speech and Language Therapists attending the school weekly and other professionals who also work with the children.
As we are part of a mainstream primary school , our Learning Support Centre provides children with daily opportunities to integrate with their mainstream peers during the school day for example play based learning in Foundation Stage, Activity based learning in KS1 and The Arts, Science and PE in KS2.
Sensory Room
We have created a multi sensory room which can be used by all children to develop a variety of skills but which ultimately enriches the provision for children with sensory needs. The room has a variety of uses and benefits for all children. It provides relaxation activities, visual, tactile and auditory stimulation through the use of a projector and bubble tube.
We have created a multi sensory room which can be used by all children to develop a variety of skills but which ultimately enriches the provision for children with sensory needs. The room has a variety of uses and benefits for all children. It provides relaxation activities, visual, tactile and auditory stimulation through the use of a projector and bubble tube.