Glossary

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Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
The Early Years Foundation Stage brings together the current Birth to Three Framework, the Foundation Stage and elements of the National Standards for under 8s daycare and childminding into a single framework.

Educational Psychologist (EP)
An EP has a degree in psychology, teaching experience and specialised training in child development. He/she works with children and their families to put together a plan to tackle learning, behaviour or other issues likely to impact upon the child’s progress.

Graduated Approach
Recognises that there is a continuum of special educational needs.  Where necessary increasing expertise from specialists will be sought and made available to support the child’s needs.

Health Visitor (HV)
A person who provides a home visiting primary care service that may be specialist or generic according to area policy. Some health authorities employ specialist health visitors to work with special needs. Generic health visitors will have special needs as part of their normal caseload.

Inclusion
A process of identifying, understanding and breaking down the barriers to participation and belonging.

Independent Parental Supporter
A person offering parents independent advice and support on SEN and puts them in touch with Voluntary Organisations or Parent Support Groups.

Individual Education Plan (IEP)
A plan of short-term achievable targets and the action to be taken to achieve these targets for a child identified as having Special Educational Needs.  IEPs are reviewed regularly by settings with the parents / carers.

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