Useful Links
Here is a list of links to other websites that you might find useful.The BRITE Initiative. The main aim of the BRITE Initiative is to encourage inclusive practice in teaching and learning for those working in post 16 education. BRITE provides information, advice and training on inclusive education, assessment and enabling technologies.
British Dyslexia Association The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) is a national charity and whose vision is that of a dyslexia friendly society that enables dyslexic people of all ages to reach their full potential.
CALL Scotland Based at the University of Edinburgh CALL Scotland provides specialist expertise in communication and assistive technology for children who have speech, communication and/or writing difficulties.
Celsian Education have specialised in educational staffing since 1993. They work hard to make sure that people see them as the most dynamic, trusted and influential education specialist in the UK. Our mission statement confirms our continued focus:
Since 1992 Concept Northern have been providing equipment and
services to both individuals and organisations such as
colleges/universities, councils, NHS and the police.
Concept Northern always make sure our service is of the highest quality. 
Crossbow Education. Dyslexia teaching and learning aids, visual stress and
phonics resources 
Dyslexia Scotland is the voluntary organisation representing the needs and interests of dyslexic people in Scotland.Dyslexia Action Dyslexia Action is a national charity and one of the UK's leading providers of services and support for people with dyslexia and literacy difficulties.
Learning Materials For Special Educational
Needs. Have provided sound, practical resource material for pupils
for over 50 years. Feedback has shown that the titles have been
successful in many specific fields including: dyslexia, HI, ESL, basic
skills adult education and EBD. Their titles are often used in
mainstream classes as support or homework tasks. 
Let Me Learn Does your child struggle with learning? Do they have Dyslexia or are they puzzled by maths? Help
your children with their educational games and teaching resources. Are
your children struggling? Reluctant to read, writing and maths
problems? They can help you put the fun back into learning. All the
resources in their shop are aimed at children who are struggling to learn -
just inject some fun!SSLA Scottish Support for Learning Association offers a support network for members, and advice and support to individuals, organisations, government and the media.
The Gift of Learning A small, friendly, family run business, selling learning aids and resources for children with special educational needs. Our aim is to provide fun, affordable products for parents and carers of
children who find learning difficult, for whatever reason, be it,
dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, autism, ADHD, Aspergers, anxiety or
any other barrier to learning.
Thousands of products for people with dyslexia,learning difficulties and special educational needs.The Irish Learning Support Association (I.L.S.A.) formerly known as Association of Remedial Teachers of Ireland (A.R.T.I.) was founded in 1974. It is the fourth largest teacher organisation (after the three teacher unions) in the country. The Irish Learning Support Association is a self-help peer support group that has always enjoyed cordial relations with the Department of Education & Science (DES) especially with the Special Needs Section. The Department now refers new Learning Support and Resource teachers to I.L.S.A. for help and support.
NASEN promotes the development of children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) and supports those who work with them. Nasen is the premier special needs association in the United Kingdom, organising local, regional and national activities throughout Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and England. Nasen activities are supported by its office team based at Nasen House, Tamworth, Staffordshire
The International Dyslexia Association The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals with dyslexia, their families and the communities that support them.
Supporting Dyslexic Pupils A series of guides to teaching dyslexic primary and secondary pupils.
ADHD In the Classroom (UCL Institute of Child Health) The Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) website has been specifically written for patients and families and provides many useful information sheets for teachers.
STEC Framework for Inclusion
The Scottish Government, through the Scottish Teacher Education Committee (STEC), set up a Working Group to develop the Framework for Inclusion. The Framework for Inclusion has been designed to ensure that all students and teachers are appropriately guided and supported from the outset and throughout their careers towards gaining the required knowledge and understanding of inclusive education.
STEC Assessing Dyslexia - The Scottish Teacher Education Committee tooklit looks on assessment of dyslexia in children as a process rather than an end-product. This toolkit resource is for all who work with children in a professional educational setting, and seeks to reassure that dyslexia is not a mystical or mythical problem that only specialist highly trained individuals can deal with
Dyslecsia Cymru/Wales Dyslexia
Dyslecsia Cymru / Wales Dyslexia aims to bring together professionals working with the dyslexia community, the commercial sector, government agencies, parents and carers, as well as dyslexic individuals to create an environment where the dyslexic individual may develop to their full potential. This will be facilitated through the development of awareness and understanding of, as well as resources for, the support of the dyslexic individual.
National Autistic Society
This group champions the rights and interests of all people with autism and aims to provide individuals with autism and their families with help, support and services that they can access, trust and rely upon and which can make a positive difference to their lives. This website includes information about autism and Asperger syndrome, the NAS and its activities and services.
Patoss
Many of the members of the professional association of teachers of students with specific learning difficulties teach in schools and colleges. Many provide one-to-one tuition to students with specific learning difficulties. This includes assessment of current level of knowledge and ability, planning programmes of work, delivering those programmes, advising on the broader educational programme, and liaising with other professionals. Patoss provides a range of publications, services and advice which are detailed on following pages.
Training and Development Agency
The Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) is the UK national agency and recognised sector body responsible for the training and development of the school workforce. The agency plays a central role in supporting the workforce to help children and young people meet the outcomes of the Every Child Matters agenda.
BECTA
Becta
is the UK government agency leading the national drive to ensure the
effective and innovative use of technology throughout learning.