Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

Funding for an SpLD assessment

Can a student be referred for a Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) support with a Specialist teacher through the University?

Yes, however, there is a student contribution of £100.00 towards the assessment cost.

Disability Adviser available

Are there specialist staff available to talk to within the service?  Is there a disability officer or a disability adviser for students to talk to?

Yes, students can meet in person or remotely and talk with a Disability Adviser or the Disability Service Manager.

Support from academic staff

Is advice and support available from academic staff within the faculties of the University? How do students access this advice and support?

Academic staff have access to student’s Reasonable Adjustment Plans.

Each student has a Personal academic tutor. 

Staff continuity and understanding individual needs

Are the specialist disability staff in the team able to offer a personalised, bespoke response to a student’s needs? Where possible, is continuity provided for the student in meeting the same Disability Adviser and/or mentor so the student can get to know them over time?

Yes, Central is a small institution and students regularly drop into the Student Centre to access support or advice.

One to one mentoring support

Are there any additional services available such as mentoring, counselling services or a buddy scheme to help a new student to settle in if needed?

There is a Counselling Service and the Student Centre works closely with the Students' Union to help with the settling in process.

One to one / group study skills

Does the institution provide support with arranging One to one/Group study skills sessions?

Yes, the Disability Adviser is able to guide students to access recommended DSA or Disability funded support.