Education Professionals
If you work with blind and partially sighted students, we have resources and information to support you. We can provide training and guidance to help you support children and young people with vision impairments.
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.
Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI)
The Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI) has been developed to support children and young people with vision impairment access an appropriate and equitable education.
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.
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.
Access to exams and tests
Key information to consider when preparing a young person with vision impairment for external exams.
