At Bellver College, we believe that every child has the ability to succeed and we are committed to helping them do so in a way that supports their individual strengths, learning style, and personal growth.
Our learning support programme is an integral part of our school community, reflecting our core values of inclusion, respect, and high expectations for all. Through clearly structured support pathways, we help students develop independence, confidence, and the tools they need to thrive.
Bellver has a team of in-house specialists in the learning support department, including:
▪ A qualified Occupational Therapist, supporting motor skills, sensory integration, and classroom participation
▪ An experienced Speech & Language Therapist, helping children with speech, language, and communication development
▪ A visiting Psychologist, who provides consultations, assessments, and emotional support as needed
We don’t see learning support as a separate service, it’s part of who we are. Our inclusive approach ensures that every student is given the opportunity, dignity, and support they need to reach their full potential.
At Bellver, we create an environment where learning differences are met with understanding and expertise, so every child feels seen, valued, and equipped to succeed. This is how as a school we create rounded individuals ready to succeed.
We offer in-house learning support for students of all ages who are experiencing mild to moderate difficulties in academic areas. These may include:
▪ Dyslexia, dyspraxia, and processing difficulties
▪ Language-based challenges with English (for primary school)
▪ Attention, executive function, or mild emotional regulation needs
Our full-time Learning Support Teacher works closely with classroom staff to identify needs early and implement targeted interventions both in class, in small groups and one to one.
This includes creating Individual Education Plans (IEP), providing literacy and numeracy support, and offering tools for organisation and study strategies.
We operate a model based on close collaboration between teachers, parents, external professionals, and students — ensuring each child receives consistent, coordinated support. Confidentiality and sensitivity are respected at every step.
For students requiring more tailored and ongoing help, we offer an Extended Support Pathway. This flexible option provides:
▪ Personalised timetables and structured interventions during the school day
▪ One-to-one or very small group sessions with specialists
▪ Emotional regulation, confidence-building, and adaptive learning approaches
▪ Integration within the mainstream classroom wherever possible
Each student on the extended support pathway has a tailored Individual Education Plan, developed in partnership with their family and reviewed regularly to reflect progress and new goals. This program is currently limited to 3 students.