(UK) Pem: Schools adding centers for autism/complex needs students
APPROVAL for a consultation for a special resource centre for pupils with complex needs when the new Milford Haven primary school is built was backed by councillors.
At the May 14 meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council, members were asked to back a consultation on a proposal to establish a Learning Resource Centre (LRC) for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Complex Learning Needs at Milford Haven Community Primary School.
The establishment of an LRC forms part of the outline business case for the redevelopment of schools in Milford Haven.
A report for members said: “A Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is a classroom-based provision within a mainstream school for pupils with complex needs.
“A LRC provides pupils with a broad and balanced curriculum that is highly differentiated, to support them in achieving their full potential and at the same time offering pupils the opportunity to be part of mainstream activities and lessons to socialise with their peers whilst their individual needs are supported and met.
“Generally, LRCs are strategically located to minimise travelling time for pupils. There are currently 10 primary and five Secondary LRCs across Pembrokeshire.” . . .
It went on to say the 24-place LRC would account for some £2.6m [$3.5M] of the overall projected £143m [$192M] cost of the overall Milford Haven Schools Redevelopment; the 24-place LRC would receive £316,000 [$425K] of funding a year.
Approval was moved by Cllr Guy Woodham, backed by Cllr Aled Thomas, and unanimously supported by members.
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