• Follow programmes delivered by the hearing impairment (HI) advisory team. Referrals are usually suggested by the audiology service, advice for the HI service is available on the local offer. Torbay hearing support service
• Positioning in class, please consider if the impairment is on the left or right and position the child/young person accordingly.
• Accessing learning: Can learning be presented differently with more visual prompts?
• Social opportunities are important; support the child/young person in unstructured times.
• Background noise can be distracting so be aware of any environmental noises.

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