An IEP

[MamaMaiasaura]

Ds2 has IEP to help with socialising and a referral to SALT. He's just turned 4. He is very bright and settled in well now at preschool. He plays alongside rather than with other children so they are gong to focus on small group activity with him. He also gets very fixed on subjects, currently the universe so they are going to encourage him to engage on other conversations rather than fixated on a topic.

Not all his speech is clear hence referral.

I have posted in preschool section before and g&t as there is quite a lot of background to the inclusion officer assessing preschool.

Is this fairly regular for children to have and IEP. Does it have implications for preschool such as extra staffing? Sorry new to this.

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An IEP is provided under the terms of the SEN code of practice for any child identified as having a learning difference which requires planning differences to the regular curriculum. It should state clear learning targets, how these will be effected / taught, and allow anyone to monitor whether they have been successful. You have a right to see the IEP and it should be reviewed at least twice a year. It should be a good way to make the school aware of your child's unique needs.

Thanks Julie. Not really one across this before ds2. Does this mean he has special educational needs and does this affect school applications? Or is that what I have heard referred to a statemented?

Ive seen and signed IEP, what they are trying to do makes sense and sounds like it will be of benefit to ds2.

You're right, that would only be in the event of a Statement. Keep an eye on his progress, you as parent have the most info on how he is getting on. Re. Extra staff - an IEP in itself won't get extra staff but it should state who will deliver any addional support.