Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
Pupils with moderate learning difficulties will usually have cognitive ability and/or attainment levels at or below the second percentile, that is, significantly below expected levels in most areas of the curriculum, despite appropriate interventions. Their needs will not be able to be met by normal differentiation and the flexibilities of the Northern Ireland Curriculum. They are usually in receipt of additional Board funded provision.
Pupils with MLD have much greater difficulty than their peers in acquiring basic literacy and numeracy skills and in understanding concepts. They may also have associated speech and language delay, low self-esteem, low levels of concentration and under-developed social skills.
Thematic Units
Education for Employability (MLD)
Resources for
Key Stage 3Zip, 17.9 MB
Resources for
Key Stage 4Zip, 18 MB