Redbridge SERC

Muscular Dystrophy - Key Stage 2 support

Resource type: Frequently Asked Questions  —  Date posted: January 21st, 2012   Number of views: 1481


How can I support a pupil at Key Stage 2?

  • Statement in place
  • A wheelchair is likely to be used in KS2
  • Learning wheelchair skills
  • Disability awareness with peers
  • Greater input from Physio, OT and Newbridge Outreach
  • Staff training - Moving and Handling
  • Support for recording - using ICT, scribe, Cloze procedure
  • Alternative PE challenges ( contact physio/ Newbridge)
  • Support emotional needs and behaviour
  • Consider and monitor fatigue and impact upon attention and focus