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Cerebral Palsy - Hōkai Nukurangi The Early Years Kete | 19 TOOLKIT Terms related to education support: Term or service Description and details Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO) Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) Many (but not all) schools and kura have a SENCO and/or a LSC who manage all the learning support needs programmes in the school or kura. Physical disability support Physical disability support is for students at school who have a physical disability that prevents them from participating fully in learning. www.education.govt.nz/education-professionals/schools- year-0-13/learning-support/physical-disability-support Ongoing Resourcing Scheme (ORS) Extra specialist support for a small number of children with the highest needs. The terms ‘high’ or ‘very high’ needs are special education terms. These words are used to describe how much help your child will need to join in learning alongside the children in their class. www.kidshealth.org.nz/learning-support-when-your-child-has- significant-needs www.education.govt.nz/school/student-support/special- education/ors/criteria-for-ors Resource Teacher of Learning and Behaviour (RTLB) Teachers with specialist training who work alongside you and your child’s school to plan and put in place support for learning and wellbeing. Individualised Education Plan (IEP) or Individualised Plan (IP) These plans support your child’s learning. The plan helps to identify goals that can support your child’s development. Specialised School Transport Assistance (SESTA) Ministry of Education transport service that supports children who have safety or mobility needs to travel to and from school. www.education.govt.nz/school/property-and-transport/ transport/sesta Regional Health Schools There are three regional Health Schools in NZ that can assist if your child is in hospital or home unwell for a long period of time. www.kidshealth.org.nz/education-when-your-child-hospital “Remember you know your child best – fun activities that work well for your family, are important.” - FAMILY QUOTE