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1. www.disabilityrightsuk.org › resourcesUnderstanding the Equality Act: information for disabled students

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   This resource has information about the Equality Act which came into force in October 2010. It is intended for disabled students and explains how education providers and employers have to make reasonable adjustments, provide support and make things accessible.

2. www.disabilityrightsuk.org › resources › adjustmentsAdjustments for disabled students and apprentices

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   Under the Equality Act 2010, education and training providers and other related services have a duty to make reasonable adjustments for disabled people so they are not placed at a substantial disadvantage compared to non-disabled students.

3. www.gov.uk › rights-disabled-person › education-rightsDisability rights: Education - GOV.UK

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   All publicly funded pre-schools, nurseries, state schools and local authorities must try to identify and help assess children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

4. www.bdadyslexia.org.uk › advice › childrenReasonable adjustments in education - British Dyslexia ...

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   The Act states that schools and higher education institutions have a duty to make 'reasonable adjustments' for disabled students (which can include students with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia).

5. www.gov.uk › government › publicationsDisability: Equality Act 2010 - Guidance on matters to be ...

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   Mar 8, 2013 · Part 6 of the Act provides protection for disabled pupils and students by preventing discrimination against them at school or in post-16 education because of, or for a reason related to, their...

6. www.scope.org.uk › advice-and-support › reasonableReasonable adjustments in college and university education

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   Colleges and universities have a legal duty to try to remove the barriers you face in education because of disability. This is called ‘making reasonable adjustments’. These adjustments help make sure you get the same access to education as anyone else.

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   What rights do disabled students have under the Equality Act?

   • Under the Equality Act, disabled students have rights to reasonable adjustments at college and university to prevent disability discrimination in education.

   Reasonable adjustments in college and university education

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   Do schools have a duty to make'reasonable adjustments' for disabled students?

   • The Act states that schools and higher education institutions have a duty to make 'reasonable adjustments' for disabled students (which can include students with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia).

   Reasonable adjustments in education - British Dyslexia Association

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   Can a school treat disabled students unfavourably?

   • It’s against the law for a school or other education provider to treat disabled students unfavourably. This includes: An education provider has a duty to make ‘reasonable adjustments’ to make sure disabled students are not discriminated against. These changes could include providing extra support and aids (like specialist teachers or equipment).

   Disability rights: Education - GOV.UK

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   Can reasonable adjustments help disabled pupils in schools?

   • All pupils should be helped to fulfil their potential. Reasonable adjustments can help level the playing field by minimising the disadvantages that pupils with disabilities might face compared with their peers. Here’s everything you everything you need to know about reasonable adjustments and how they can help disabled pupils in schools.

   What are reasonable adjustments and how do they ... - The Education H…

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   Are examinations accessible to disabled students?

   • Examining bodies are covered by the Equality Act and are therefore required to make reasonable adjustments to examinations in order to make them accessible to disabled students. Adjustments might include providing exam papers in alternative formats or allowing the use of assistive technology.

   Adjustments for disabled students and apprentices

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   What is a disability education duty?

   • The duty requires education providers to take steps to ensure that disabled students can fully participate in education and other benefits, facilities and services provided for students. It covers all arrangements, policies, procedures and activities. BACK TO START What are adjustments?

   Understanding the Equality Act: information for disabled students

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8. educationhub.blog.gov.uk › 2023/04/10 › what-areWhat are reasonable adjustments and how do they help disabled ...

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   Apr 10, 2023 · It means schools have a legal obligation under the Equality Act to support pupils who are disabled with reasonable adjustments, making sure they can benefit from what the school offers in...