Learning Support Coordinators

Referral Process: 

1. Referral form completed by the school and acknowledged by us.  This is the master form so please do not write in it.  If you would like an editable Word Version of the document email the LSCs.

2. The screening process begins. This typically includes whānau engagement and can look like assessment/screening documentation to complete along with meets that also can include the classroom teacher and/or SENCo. Along with assessments carried out by LSC’s related to the reason for referral. This can consist of formal and informal assessment tools, in conjunction with classroom work to enable triangulation of assessment. Allowing the best possible interpretation of data that represents a ‘best fit’ of the individual student’s abilities and next learning steps. 

3. The data collected through the screening process addresses the initial reason for the referral.  Using this information a Student Assessment Summary (SAS) is produced. The SAS enables possible next steps for both the school and whānau to action, if deemed suitable for the student.  There is an expectation that this is shared with the whānau and they are part of the Action Plan creation.  

4. Depending on the nature of the SAS, and the suggestions, this may generate an Action Plan. It is a working document that allocates actions to be taken that have been agreed upon. The Action Plan may require Action from SENCo, teacher, LSC, whānau, or other outside agencies. The actions are given time frames of completion and reflection of success. This is to support momentum with SAS findings and student success.