The service works closely with education staff, to ensure that if clinically needed, exercise programmes and / or postural management interventions can be delivered effectively during the school day. This approach means children and young people are able to be physically supported in their school environment with a focus to access the curriculum alongside their peers. The programmes / interventions will also need to be continued at home so the team work with parents/carers alongside school staff to ensure the child has the consistent approach to their needs.

They support children with physical impairments and motor skill difficulties, this may include, but is not limited to -

• Education and advice to staff around exercises and positioning, including training teachers to do exercises and positioning.
• You (Your child) being provided an exercise programme to address their needs, which can be implemented by the education staff in school
• You (Your child) requiring postural support to access the curriculum and achieve postural changes through the day.
• You (Your child) being provided with specialist equipment such as a standing frame and / or walker if clinically required whilst ensuring education staff are trained in how to use this equipment safely.

For more information about the service visit What if I need a bit more support.