INSET: Supporting Learners with SPLDs

This course helps prep/senior school teachers support students with SpLDs, such as Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and ADHD, through practical strategies aligned with the SEND Code of Practice. It focuses on early identification, inclusive teaching, and personalised classroom support.

This INSET, Supporting Learners with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs), is an essential professional development opportunity for Educators who are committed to inclusive teaching. Grounded in the SEND Code of Practice (2015), this session delivers a practical and policy-aligned understanding of SpLDs such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia (DCD), and ADHD. Participants will explore how these difficulties affect learning in secondary contexts, and how to recognise key signs in the classroom. The training also covers assistive technologies and evidence-based strategies, helping teachers meet both statutory expectations and pupil needs.

In line with national guidance and legal duties, we empower teachers to implement personalised support, differentiated instruction, and reasonable adjustments. Educators will be guided through the “Assess, Plan, Do, Review” cycle and gain hands-on experience adapting lessons for neurodiverse learners. Through interactive activities, case studies, and access to curated resources, the session ensures that participants leave with actionable insights and the confidence to foster inclusive, high-performing classrooms. This is more than training—it’s a vital step in meeting your school’s responsibilities under SEND legislation while ensuring all students can thrive.

Key learning objectives

1. Understand and identify key SpLDs (e.g., dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD) and their impact on learning.
2. Recognise classroom signs of SpLDs to enable early intervention and tailored support.
3. Apply inclusive teaching strategies and reasonable adjustments in line with the SEND Code of Practice (2015).
4. Adapt subject-specific teaching to meet the needs of learners with SpLDs across the secondary curriculum.
5. Use assistive technology and personalised planning to enhance access and engagement for all students.

INSET Outline

Understanding SpLDs and the SEND Code of Practice

• Define and explore key SpLDs (dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD).
• Examine how SpLDs are addressed within the SEND Code of Practice (2015).
• Understand legal responsibilities and the importance of early identification.

Recognising and Responding to SpLDs in the Classroom

• Identify classroom signs and learning behaviours linked to SpLDs.
• Explore practical examples across different curriculum subjects.
• Use case studies to apply early intervention strategies.

Inclusive Teaching, Assistive Technology and Personalised Planning

• Implement inclusive teaching strategies and reasonable adjustments.
• Introduction to assistive tools (text-to-speech, visual schedules, etc.).
• Use the “Assess, Plan, Do, Review” model to personalise support.

To enquire about running this INSET at your school, or to request a tailored version for your school leaders, contact:

📧 Email us at enquiries@jmcinset.com