Education Support Working Group
All children are different and some may need extra support either at specific moments or throughout their school careers. The European Schools are required to provide educational support to children based on their specific needs, from special talents to physical or intellectual disabilities.
- General support is short-term assistance for pupils who may be experiencing difficulty in a particular aspect of a subject, may need to ‘catch up’ due to late arrival in school or illness or may be working in their non-mother tongue. It is based on a Group Learning Plan (GLP).
- Moderate support is longer-term assistance for pupils with a mild learning difficulty or in need of more targeted support. It is based on an Individual Learning Plan (ILP).
- Intensive support is provided for two distinct groups also based on an ILP:
- A – on an ongoing basis for pupils with special educational (learning, emotional, behavioural or physical) needs.
- B – on a short-term basis for pupils with an acute educational need, e.g. language to access the curriculum.
Key documents
- The European Schools’ official policy on educational support.
- The European Schools’ official procedural document on the provision of educational support.
- European School Luxembourg 1 school-specific guidelines for primary & nursery
- European School Luxembourg 1 school-specific guidelines for secondary
Please find here below the links to some documents on school’s Website:
- Administrative references and notes on school’s website (EN, FR, DE)
Secondary
- Memorandum, 29: TYPES OF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT MEASURES
- http://www.euroschool.lu/site/secondary-educational-support/
- Organisational chart
http://www.euroschool.lu/site/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Support-secondary.pdf
- Flowchart
- What to do
- Policy
http://www.euroschool.lu/site/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2012-05-D-14-en-10.pdf
- Procedural Document
https://www.euroschool.lu/site/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2012-05-D-15-en-14.pdf
- Criteria for Multidisciplinary Report
Primary
- Memorandum, 29: TYPES OF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT MEASURES
The Parents’ Association can advise the parents of children requiring educational support in a number of ways, for example by sharing information and helping them in their contacts with the School.
If your child requires educational support, or you think that s/he might, or you just want to know what’s happening in terms of educational support, please don’t hesitate to contact us (see Useful contacts tab).
www.dyspel.org Dyspel asbl is a support group for families and professionals in Luxembourg with an interest in dyslexia and other special educational needs run entirely by volunteers.
ec-disability-support-group@ec.europa.eu EC Disability Group: Download brochure
https://www.avancetoi.be/– advice & courses for High Potential children
Centre Neol à Capellen Download presentation
AvanceToi – AvanceToi – Détection et accompagnement des personnes à haut potentiel
CDA: Centre pour le développement des apprentissages Grand-Duchesse Maria Teresa
3AL Austism Luxembourg for ASD support
CEJHP – Centre enfants et jeunes à haut potentiel
Testing in EN: ‘Dyslexia Ireland’ and ‘Sensational Kids’
Online tool to help dyslexia: https://www.poppins.io/
Le Comité des Parents – Parents of the Dragons Asbl – help with dys
School and Parent services for all types of neurodivergence
Liewen a Leieren – join this Luxembourg group share experiences and solidarity
Convenor: BALLOCH Claire
Members: BRANDON Janette (VP admin & Finance), GARCIA PORCEL Maria Belen, LOPEZ MARTINEZ Antonio, SCAVERA Michael, UKURA Piia, ROMANOVSKA Signe.
External members: BRANDERS Wim, CALO Sylvia, CALVI Raphaela, DEL RIO Jorge, DEL MAR Maria, DUNKER Wolfgang, HERLICZKA Agnes, KATZIOLIS Vassilis, NUNES DA PONTE Rita, OLARICA Oana, OSLE Nieves, TARRIO Cecilia & URSINYOVA Zuzana
Group contact: wg_educational_support@googlegroups.com
External parent members are welcome to join this group !
OUR NEW BUDDY SYSTEM
We are excited to introduce the Parent Buddy System, a supportive network for parents of children with special educational needs at our school. This initiative is designed to connect families, offering opportunities to mentor others, seek guidance, or do both—creating a community of shared experiences and mutual support.
How It Works:
- Be a Mentor: Share your experiences and provide advice to parents navigating similar challenges.
- Ask for Help: Reach out to a mentor who has walked the path before you and gain valuable insights.
- Do Both: Many parents choose to give and receive support simultaneously—building a stronger, more connected community.
There’s no time limit to participate—parents can sign up at any time to suit their needs.
Sign up to a group in whatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LyQpxQzO3q0HGiHqVTNl2h
Sign up to an email list: office@apeeel1.lu
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email us at office@apeeel1.lu. Whether you’re looking for support, offering your help, or simply curious, we’re here to assist.
Together, we can create a positive, inclusive environment where every family feels supported.
Training and Conferences
11/01/2023 CONFERENCE How does the iPad remove the barriers to learning of DYS students? Dyspraxie.lu
Presentation. Sound bite. The video (and Ipad demo) is available upon request (office@apeeel1.lu) but not for general dissemination.
07/12/2022 Educational support at Lux1 – Florence Delenclos. Presentation.
15/05/2024 INTERPARENTS webinar on Supporting Neurodivergent Children. A recording of this is not available however the following documents may be useful:
How to talk to your child if they have a diagnosis ADHD, ASD, Dyslexia
Balancing home and work in neurodivergent families
Neurodiversity handout parents
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