Last Updated - February 4, 2025
Cognition and learning difficulties cover a wide range of needs and abilities. Cognition and learning difficulties may affect all areas of the curriculum, as with pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) or Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). However, cognition and learning difficulties may only impact on specific areas such as reading, writing, spelling and/or numeracy.
Typical characteristics of young people with Cognition and Learning needs can include:
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