Glossary of Terms

Term  Explanation
ARP/ARC Additionally Resourced Provision/Additionally Resourced Centre
ASD Autistic Spectrum Disorder
CYPS Children’s and Young Peoples Service (Previously known as CAMHS)
EAL English as an Additional Language
ICT Information Communication Technology
MLD Moderate Learning Difficulties
PSA Parent Support Advisor
SEN Special Educational Needs
SENCO Special Educational Needs Coordinator
SENTA Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
SENTASS The Special Educational Needs Teaching and Support Service (SENTASS)
SLCN Speech Language Communication Needs
SPLD Specific Learning Difficulties E.g. Dyslexia, Dyscalculia