Sensory and Physical – Visual Impairment Universal

The CYP may:

• Hold reading materials very close or at an unusual angle
• Adopt a poor or unusual posture when reading
• Do not respond to non-verbal instructions such as facial expressions
• Lose their place when reading, skip lines or struggle to find text on a page
• Lack of confidence in group activities
• Are hesitant when walking or bump/knock into things
• Walk with an unusual gait
• Have difficulty finding dropped items
• Have a short attention span when reading or writing
• Tilt their head excessively to one side, up or down
• Use excessive head movements when reading
• Squint or frown when looking at the board
• Struggle to copy information from the board or from a peer next to them
• Have poor hand/eye co-ordination

• Joint working between school and family to discuss CYP’s vision impairment
• Curriculum differentiation that takes account of individual visual needs
• Enlarging of class resources e.g. larger text on worksheets
• Use of matte laminates to reduce glare
• Removing unnecessary text on worksheets
• Ensuring good overall glare-free levels of light
• Following medical advice about the wearing of glasses and/or occlusion (patching)
• Making applications for Exam Access Arrangements as required.
• Accessing and using e-books
• Awareness and risk assessment of impact of vision impairment for safety e.g. PE lessons, fire practice, offsite or unfamiliar visits
• Follow tips and strategies for creating an accessible environment.
• Follow tips for working with children with a visual impairment
• Access training and eventsfrom Vision Support Team