Support for Children with Disabilities

ADJUSTMENT

RELEVANT DISABILITY / NEED

Reduce sensory overload by adjusting / muting background noise on Zoom.

Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD ), Sensory Processing Disorder

Emotional check-ins using emojis / thumbs up / down to express feelings.

Emotional regulation difficulties, Anxiety, ASD

Allowing use of chat tool instead of verbal communication.

Speech/Language impairments, Selective Mutism, ASD, Down Syndrome

Use of simple language, short and repeated instructions.

Intellectual Disability, ADHD, ASD.

Use of visual signs (emojis / thumbs up/ down) to confirm understanding.

Receptive Language Difficulties, ASD, ADHD

Screen adjustments on Zoom for better visibility.

Vision impairments, Dyslexia

Advance notification of screen transitions and celebrating transitions.

ASD, Anxiety

Emphasising the process over perfection in artwork to reduce fixation on ‘mistakes.’

ASD, OCD tendencies

Personalisation of artwork to meet sensory preferences ( eg. Colour / medium choices ).

ASD, Sensory Processing Disorder

Modified tools ( eg. Larger paintbrushes) for fine motor support.

Physical disability, Developmental Coordination Disorder ( Dyspraxia )

Screen-sharing of Youtube clip using visual cues and storytelling.

ASD, ADHD, Intellectual Disability

Use of virtual ‘Gallery View’ to promote peer sharing and build confidence.

ASD, Social Skill development needs

Short movement breaks to sustain attention and focus.

ADHD, ASD, Sensory Processing Disorder

Use of positive reinforcement and verbal praise to support engagement.

ADHD, Emotional and Behavioural Disorders

Option to purchase exact lesson materials used during the online lesson to reduce anxiety caused by unfamiliarity.

ASD, Anxiety