Assessments used to identify barriers to learning:
If a pupil is not progressing as expected Mrs Langiano or another member of the SEN team may carry out a range of assessments in order to identify any potential problems.
These include:
The Primary SEN Dyslexia and Dyslexia Screening
A screen for children who may have problems associated with dyslexia following concerns raised by class teachers or parents. This does not diagnose but will identify areas of weakness which can then be further investigated.
The British Picture Vocabulary Scale (BPVS)
To look at the child’s internal language – the words they know & understand. We use this test if we are concerned about a child’s understanding of language. Also used as part of a package of tests if there have been concerns about a child’s lack of progress or a parent has raised a concern.
Speechlink
Used to test a child if there is a concern raised regarding spoken language.
First Class at Number Screening
If a child is working below expectations in mathematics we will consider whether they are suitable for a First Class at Number intervention. We will assess them before and after the programme using The Sandwell Test.
York Assessment of Reading Comprehension (YARC)-
This assessment is able to test a child’s reading accuracy, reading rate and comprehension.
It may be used when a child is experiencing difficulties with learning to read to pinpoint where
exactly the difficulties might lie.
Language Link
This is used to test a child if there is a concern raised regarding children’s understanding or use of
language.
Dyscalculia Screening
A screening test for children who may have difficulties with learning maths. This does not diagnose dyscalculia but will
suggest if a child is at risk, what areas of weakness there might be and suggest ways forward.
There are many SEN terms that are abbreviated which can lead to confusion
Below is a glossary of the most used SEN terms.
