If you have been deemed "exceptional" (you currently have a exceptionality of a Learning Disability) there will be a yearly review of your status which is called an IPRC.
An IPRC provides an opportunity to review a student’s progress and to determine if the exceptionality , placement and/or supports and services are still needed.
IPRCs are planned annually for all students who have been identified by an IPRC as exceptional. Level 1 and Level 2 Reviews are held at the student’s own school. At Northern, most IPRCs are Level 1 and 2.
A Review IPRC Meeting must be held within the school year.
Parents, guardians are encouraged to attend the IPRC meeting. An invitation will be sent home. On the invitation there will be an option for parent(s)/guardian(s) to attend, not attend or waive the annual review.
THE BOARD's SPECIAL EDUCATION PLAN which outlines all Special Education policies and procedures including the IPRC process can be found at:
On this page you will find a number of guides which contain information about the supports, programs and services available for students with disabilities and special education needs in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). If after reading a guide you require additional information, please reach out to the principal of your child’s school/your neighborhood school.
Guide to Special Education and Inclusion
This guide provides information about programs and services for students with special education needs, including procedures involved in identifying a student as exceptional and in deciding on program placement.
This guide will help you better understand the Referral Process for special education programs and services in the TDSB. Should you require additional information about the process, please contact your child’s teacher or principal.
Guide to Identification, Placement and Review Committees (IPRCs)
This guide explains the role of and processes involving Identification, Placement and Review Committees (IPRCs), outlines your rights as a parent and describes how your partnership is key to ensuring the appropriate decisions are made for your child.
Guide to Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
This guide explains what an Individual Education Plan (IEP) is, outlines your rights as a parent and describes how your partnership is key to ensuring the appropriate programming (assessment and instruction) decisions are made for your child.
Guide to Special Education Program Recommendation Committee (SEPRC)
This guide explains the process used by TDSB to address its duty to accommodate students who have complex physical/medical/safety needs and/or complex disabilities/special education needs.
This guide for parents/guardians/caregivers explains what a modified school day schedule is, why it might be used, how it can support your child’s educational needs, and how your ongoing partnership is key to ensuring the appropriate decisions are made for your child.
Guide to Speech-Language Pathology Services
This guide outlines the role of Speech-Language pathologists (SLPs) in supporting students, detailing the types of services offered, eligibility criteria, and the processes for assessment, intervention, and collaboration with educators and families.
Guide to Psychological Services
This guide outlines the role of Psychology Services in supporting students, detailing the types of services offered, eligibility criteria, and the processes for assessment, intervention, and collaboration with educators and families.
Guide to Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Services
This guide outlines the role of Occupational and Physiotherapy Services supporting students, detailing the types of services offered, eligibility criteria, and the processes for assessment, intervention, and collaboration with educators and families.