At King’s InterHigh, we provide supportive and flexible online learning environments for students with additional needs such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia. Our dedicated in-house SEN team is highly experienced in tailoring teaching and support approaches to help each student succeed. Among other services, we offer:

Inclusive Teaching Plans (ITPs)

Every child is unique and should be able to learn in a way that suits them best. Our Inclusive Teaching Plans consider each student’s strengths and support requirements to ensure they receive the right support. Parents can amend and adjust these plans at any time.

Flexible learning and lesson recordings

 With 24/7 access to lesson recordings and various other learning resources, students can review material at their own pace, reducing the pressure to absorb everything in a live lesson. This is particularly beneficial for students with ADHD and dyslexic learners, who can use this facility along with other accessibility tools available at King’s InterHigh to support them.

Minimising distractions and anxiety

Our digital classrooms are designed to minimise disruptions, creating a calm and focused learning environment. Unlike traditional settings, where external noise and movement can be overwhelming, students can learn from the comfort of home, where they can control their surroundings. For those who experience anxiety about participating in class, our private teacher chat option allows students to ask questions discreetly, without fearing getting answers wrong, sharing their thoughts, or making spelling mistakes in front of peers.

Targeted academic support

We offer drop-in support sessions for English, Maths, and Science at Key Stages 3 and 4, providing additional guidance for students to improve their mastery of these subjects and become more confident in their learning. There are also academic support courses available for students looking to improve their learning skills and study more efficiently.

Tailored Enhanced Services

Our SEND Services Hub offers various other wellbeing support courses, including:

• Social skills and anxiety management sessions to help students navigate challenges beyond academics.
• One-to-one and small group mentoring and coaching support.

Assistive technology and learning tools

To further support students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties, we integrate assistive technology into our platform, including:

• ReadCloud Integration: This includes a text-to-speech feature, which helps dyslexic students by reading content aloud, aiding comprehension and retention.
• Book Creator Accessibility: This tool includes a “Read to Me” function with word highlighting and speech-to-text capabilities. This feature allows students to have text read aloud or dictate their responses, which is especially beneficial for students who struggle with reading and writing.

Access arrangements for examinations

Students with diagnosed learning difficulties can access special exam arrangements, such as extra time, rest breaks, or assistive technology, ensuring they have a fair opportunity to perform to their full potential.

A supportive transition and community

To help students settle in smoothly, we offer a comprehensive induction programme, including video guides and live sessions, so they can familiarise themselves with our systems and processes before starting lessons.

At King’s InterHigh, we believe in creating an inclusive learning environment where every student feels supported and valued. By embracing flexible, student-centred learning and integrating assistive tools, we help learners with ADHD and other special educational needs build confidence, independence, and academic success.