Empowering SEND students through online education

Beyond the traditional classroom

  • Students can customize their physical study space to address sensory needs without classroom distractions.

  • SEND students can take the time they need to process information, revisit content, and work at their optimal speed rather than keeping pace with an entire classroom.

  • For students who experience social challenges, online learning removes the pressure of face-to-face interactions while still allowing for social connection through controlled digital means.

  • Digital platforms often include built-in accommodations like text-to-speech, speech-to-text, font adjustments, and color contrasts that can be personalized to individual needs.

  • Assistive technologies are often more seamlessly incorporated into digital learning environments than traditional classrooms.

  • Parents/carers can more easily support and monitor their child's learning, helping to implement strategies that work best for their specific needs.

Lessons that suit the pupil, not the teacher

The Libra Online School provides tailored services for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring high-quality education in an inclusive environment. These services address diverse learning needs with flexibility and individualized support. Academic plans are tailored to each student's strengths and goals, allowing them to progress at their own pace. Modified curriculums, individualized lessons, and adaptive technologies cater to different learning styles.

Seamless school coordination

Specialized staff, including special education teachers and counsellors, work closely with students and families to create personalized interventions for academic and social success. This collaborative approach builds a robust support network where SENCO coordinators, teaching assistants, and therapists collectively develop comprehensive Individual Education Plans that address specific needs while setting ambitious yet achievable goals.

Attainment starts with health and happiness

Online learning offers a comfortable, familiar environment, reducing anxiety and sensory overload. Features like adjustable fonts, text-to- speech, and captioned videos enhance accessibility. We also promote social and emotional learning (SEL) through the Wellbeing subject, helping students develop life skills like communication, self-regulation, and social interaction. Parental involvement is crucial, with regular updates and resources allowing parents to actively engage in their child's education.

“The classes at Libra are designed to be interactive ensuring that learners receive personalised learning in a nurturing and supportive environment. We encourage debate and critical thinking to build confident and mature learners.”

First steps matter

We assess SEND needs right from the start of our admissions process. Greater understanding of our students leads to a better plan for their support.