Specific Difficulties

Specific learning differences/difficulties (SpLD) is an overarching term for a number of associated learning differences. Learners with one or more SpLD may have a ‘spiky profile’ of attainment, with areas of strength and areas of need. The profile of individuals with SpLD is affected by a range of factors, including the cluster of learning differences they experience, their ability, background and opportunities.

Short code	Description
Dyslexia	Dyslexia is primarily a set of processing difficulties that affect the acquisition of reading and spelling.
Dyscalculia	Developmental dyscalculia is a specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers, which can lead to a diverse range of difficulties with mathematics. It will be unexpected in relation to age, level of education and experience, and occurs across all ages and abilities.
Dyspraxia/ DCD	Dyspraxia, otherwise known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a common disorder affecting fine and/or gross motor skills coordination, in both children and adults