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Last Updated - February 4, 2025

Age 16-18 – Suggestions for the SENDCO for Neurodiversity

  • Referral to Torbay CAMHS – Family Hub, SALT & OT Requesting help from CFHD – Children and Family Health Devon, Educational Psychology & Specialist Teaching Service (TEPATS) – Family Hub, Advocacy Services.
  • Check classroom environment and the impact on sensory needs.
  • Work with Tutors to co-design movement break plans.
  • Work with Tutors to co-design a sensory plan.
  • Work with Tutors to co-design an interaction/communication plan.
  • Arrange check-ins with a key adult.
  • Carry out walkabouts to ensure the environment is suitable for sensory needs.
  • Ensure students have access to safe/quiet space.
  • Liaise with students/staff to ensure work is manageable.
  • Provide opportunities for self-regulation and resilience building activities.
  • Provide staff training to raise awareness on how to support students who have neurodiverse needs.
  • Work with students to self-identify triggers and emotions.
  • Utilise the 5-point scale with students.

Download the 16 – 18 Graduated Response toolkit here:

16 – 18 Graduated Response Toolkit

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