Special needs
Assistance for students with learning difficulties or for whom English is a second language
Groups at the school are small with a maximum of twelve students. This is necessary in order to facilitate the practical aspect of the training which requires a lot of one-to-one demonstration and guidance. It also ensures time for individual discussion and help where needed.
Small class sizes are also important to enable individual time and assistance for anyone with learning difficulties.
Rosalind Oxenford has considerable experience in working with both adults and children with a variety of special needs and learning difficulties. She knows that it is most effective to find an individual solution to specific problems and for this it is essential to have time and the opportunity to work together in the relevant areas.
| Case studies | Case notes are kept using charts and symbols as well as written notes. Where relevant, for instance with dyslexic students, it is possible to work out a system whereby more information is recorded pictorially or graphically and less as written notes. |
| Coursework | Discussion as to how best to meet course work requirements is held and an individual plan put in place. | The exam | Special arrangements may be provided for candidates with special needs. |
The school, upon entering students for the exam, may make application for extra time for those with learning difficulties or for whom English is a second language. Application may also be made to use a computer or have a scribe for the exam if this is a better option for some students.
The school aims to be approachable and to meet students individual needs wherever possible within the framework of the course requirements. We ask students to communicate with us at all times and to tell us about any problems as soon as they become aware of them so that we may work together throughout.
Please indicate if you have any special needs or learning difficulties on the application form, in the space provided.