IASS information

How to support a child at primary school Useful things to know, to ask and to do

Things to ask yourself Is my child happy to go to school?

Do I understand my child’s school report?

If not, ask your child why.

If not, ask someone at school to talk you through it.

Try and understand what’s happening so you can identify solutions and actions together.

The report has valuable information about your child and understanding it will help you feel more involved in their education.

Does my child struggle with their homework?

Does their teacher keep saying "they have not had a good day”?

If they do, ask their school if they run a homework club.

If they do, ask to speak to their teacher to find out what’s causing this.

They may be more willing to complete the work in the school setting.

Together you can agree how you can all work together to support your child.

Do I have concerns about my child's learning or progress?

If so, ask to speak to their teacher. Try to make an appointment rather than trying to speak to them in the school playground.

Go to parent’s evenings. These are useful times to find out more about how things are going at school.

Call us on 020 8461 7630 or visit www.bromleyiass.org.uk

What schools can do Primary schools are able to use their own money and resources (called SEN Support) to provide:

Help with your child's learning Small groups for specific topics, such as literacy, maths and more A reading intervention programme Using visual prompts such as visual timetables, now and next boards, and other visual aids Practical aids to help with writing, such as pencil grips, writing slope, coloured paper and more Reading through coloured overlays, printing handouts and more

Help with your child's social skills Lunchtime clubs, such as Lego, friendship, gardening, choir and more Using friendship and social skills groups Adult structured or adult directed play during break times Using a buddy scheme to identity playground mentors or buddies from older children

Help with your child's emotions and behaviour Therapy and support, such as play therapy, counselling and more Using tools to communicate feelings, such as the 5-point scale, emotions boards and more Offering fidget toys, time out card, or an attachment object

Call us on 020 8461 7630 or visit www.bromleyiass.org.uk

Referrals for an assessment Schools can also make referrals for an assessment for: Educational psychology Speech and language therapy Clinical psychology Behavioural support Social communication support Health Needs Child Specific Funding Inclusion support and advice

Get in touch with us Email us on iass@bromley.gov.uk or choiceservice@bromley.gov.uk for our Choice Service

Alternatively, you can text us on 07834 106 347

Call us on 020 8461 7630 Monday to Friday 9.30am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm

or visit www.bromleyiass.org.uk

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