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Education Professionals

A pupil working with a teacher on a maths lesson.
A pupil working with a teacher on a maths lesson.

Here, you will find support for education professionals working with children and young people with sight loss. From nurseries to higher education, find out more about how you can make learning accessible and encourage independence.

In this section

Supporting students with cerebral visual impairment and PMLD

Janet Harwood, CVI (Cerebral Visual Impairment) Society, shares insight into how to assess vision impairment in children with PMLD and more about CVI.

Teaching and learning guidance (all ages)

No matter what age group you are working with, here you will find resources and guidance to support learners with vision impairments from the ages of 0 to 25.

Curriculum framework for children and young people with vision impairment

The Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI) has been developed to support children and young people with vision impairment in accessing an appropriate and equitable education. On this page, you will find out more about the framework, how it can be used, and the resources available to you.

Making learning accessible - information for teachers and teaching assistants

Learn more about how to support children and young people with vision impairment (VI) so they can get extra support so they can have the best chance and access education in a way that works for them.

Technology and independent learning options

Technology can be an excellent way for children young people with a visual impairment to access learning efficiently while also giving them the maximum degree of independence possible in their studies. On this page you will learn about different pieces of technology and how they can offer support.

Accessible exams and tests

If you are working with young people with vision impairments who are preparing to take exams, having access to the tools to enable their success is crucial. Here, you will find the information you need to support students for external exams.

Professional development for education professionals

RNIB and VIEW offer a range of opportunities for professionals to meet, learn about and discuss the support of learners with vision impairment. Find out more about current opportunities.