My SCHOOL PORTAL HOMEPREPLEARNING SUPPORT LEARNING SUPPORT During their time at the Oratory Prep School, our department expects that several pupils will require additional support of some kind. We tutor those with specific learning difficulties (dyslexia), including scholars, who for example, may need help with time management and exam revision techniques, and those who may need help to plug specific academic gaps along the way. Provision Often, one of our main aims initially is to develop a child’s self-confidence, a belief in themselves. We firmly believe that this affects and accelerates the whole learning process throughout the curriculum. Our pupils are taught by two specialist teachers in literacy and mathematics. The predominantly one-to-one lessons are tailored to suit the pupils’ specific individual needs. Progress is assessed on a termly or six-monthly basis (as appropriate) so that achievement can be monitored according to expectation. As well as the individual lessons, learning support assistants provide further support within the classrooms. Communication Communication is considered vital to ensure a pupil’s consistent progress throughout the school. During the period of individual support, information on each child is continuously shared with teachers and parents. In addition, synopses of external reports (e.g. Educational Psychology, Occupational Therapy etc.) are circulated to all teaching staff. Most importantly, they contain guidelines for effective management, relating to a pupil’s individual requirements, within the classroom itself. Testimony At the Oratory Prep School, pupils receiving learning support voluntarily refer to their lessons as ‘special lessons’, a description which has stuck and perpetuated down the years – we think it is testimony as to how much the lessons are enjoyed, consequently helping them to flourish! SENIORS ACADEMIC THE ARTS LEARNING SUPPORT EXTRA CURRICULAR COMMON ENTRANCE AND SCHOLARSHIPS BOARDING AT THE OPS COME AND VISIT US VISIT US THE ORATORY PREP The Oratory Preparatory School is an Independent Catholic day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 to 13. ACCESSIBILITY High Visibility Job vacancies Printer Friendly School Fees Standard View Cookie Policy Sitemap Google Maps CONTACT US The Oratory Preparatory School Goring Heath, Reading, RG8 7SF Tel: 0118 984 4511 THE ORATORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL LIMITED. REGISTERED IN ENGLAND & WALES NO. 12267555. COPYRIGHT 2021. DESIGNED BY INNERMEDIA We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “ACCEPT ALL”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Cookie Settings Reject All Accept All