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Down syndrome - Good practice guidelines for education

Type of content: Resource

This paper from the All Party Parliamentary Group on Down Syndrome addresses educational settings supporting pupils with Down syndrome, covering the period from school entry (early years phase) to further education.

The information in this document can guide provision in individual special schools and mainstream schools, across local authorities, and inform national initiatives that promote effective use of resources to raise achievement for this group of pupils.

Case Study by a Portage Parent – York

Type of content: Case study

NPA Chair of Publicity & Information, Jo Byers wrote this lovely article for Portage Post back in 2010. She wanted to share with NPA members how Portage had changed her life and how they have continued to apply the Portage Model, small steps approach with their daughter Fiona who is now 18.