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What is Dyscalculia?

Dyscalculia is an under-researched learning difficulty worldwide and as a result, there is little guidance for teachers on how to provide dyscalculia support in schools. We would like to take this opportunity to provide you with some valuable insights into dyscalculia, the indicators and how to assess it. It is estimated that between 5% and 8% of children have dyscalculia.

Many academics have tried to define dyscalculia. The below definitions are the ones most commonly used:

Dyscalculia is a condition that affects the ability to acquire arithmetical skills. Dyscalculic learners may have difficulty understanding simple number concepts, lack an intuitive grasp of numbers, and have problems learning number facts and procedures. Even if they produce a correct answer or use a correct method, they may do so mechanically and without confidence. (DfES 2001)

A congenital condition: its effects on the learning of numerical skills can be very profound. (Butterworth)

Dysfunction in the reception, comprehension or production of quantitative and spatial information (Sharma).

 

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If your pupils are struggling with numeracy or showing signs of dyscalculia, you can access a free trial of the IDL Numeracy Screener to quickly identify potential difficulties and take the first step towards effective support.

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Indicators of Dyscalculia

There are many indicators of dyscalculia and not all of them are maths related. These include:

  • Difficulty with number sense, subitising small quantities, and estimating whether answers are reasonable
  • Problems recognising patterns and making generalisations
  • Slow processing speed
  • Reliance on immature strategies (e.g. counting all instead of counting on)
  • Weak short-term and long-term memory, including poor recall of facts and procedures
  • Difficulty counting backwards reliably
  • Challenges with sequencing, direction, and visual–spatial orientation
  • Language difficulties
  • Struggles with word problems and multi-step calculations
  • Problems understanding money and financial concepts
  • Delayed ability to tell the time

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IDL Numeracy is a resource that helps to improve maths ability and build confidence for KS1 and KS2 pupils with dyscalculia and those who are falling behind.

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The IDL Literacy Screener is a simple, effective online tool that students and teachers can use to highlight dyslexic-type difficulties.

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Turn Learning Goals into Learning Wins with IDL ⚽ At IDL, we're passionate about helping every learner reach their full potential. Early intervention plays a vital role in building core skills, confidence, and engagement. When pupils receive targeted, structured support from the start, they are better equipped to make meaningful progress and achieve long-term success. Kickstart the new academic year and trial IDL for free using the link in our bio 🤩

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming in our new IDL Phonics programme! 🙌

This Baa Baa Black Sheep animation is just one part of our nursery section, designed as an introduction to a wider, structured phonics programme. 🤩

Through fun, interactive activities, pupils will learn more about alliteration and how it works, learning to identify it, match words with the same starting sounds, and replicate it themselves.

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Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming in our new IDL Phonics programme! 🙌 This Baa Baa Black Sheep animation is just one part of our nursery section, designed as an introduction to a wider, structured phonics programme. 🤩 Through fun, interactive activities, pupils will learn more about alliteration and how it works, learning to identify it, match words with the same starting sounds, and replicate it themselves. Want to try it for yourself? Sign up for our FREE schools Pilot today! https://idlsgroup.com/phonics-page2/ #Phonics #SchoolPhonics #PhonicsSupport

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Teachers can easily see how pupils are achieving against expected standards for their age group along with identifying areas they are struggling with most.

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IDL has been simply designed to make it easy for pupils and teachers to use. Pupils are able to work independently or with minimum supervision, whilst teachers can track and monitor progress effortlessly.

-Independent Learning
Pupils are able to work independently on the programme, allowing for larger intervention groups.

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Pupils can use IDL from school or at home, on a computer or tablet. The cloud is used to store pupil progress so they can pick up where they left off.

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Did you know that IDL Literacy is developed around 5 basic principles: -Multi Sensory Lessons IDL uses sight, sound, touch, and voice to improve literacy and mathematical ability. Links are made between the visual, auditory and tactile pathways. -Progress Monitoring Teachers can easily see how pupils are achieving against expected standards for their age group along with identifying areas they are struggling with most. -Simple To Use IDL has been simply designed to make it easy for pupils and teachers to use. Pupils are able to work independently or with minimum supervision, whilst teachers can track and monitor progress effortlessly. -Independent Learning Pupils are able to work independently on the programme, allowing for larger intervention groups. -Available Anywhere Pupils can use IDL from school or at home, on a computer or tablet. The cloud is used to store pupil progress so they can pick up where they left off. To learn more and to start a free no-obligation trial 👉https://ow.ly/XO4p50Z68Wz

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We`ll be demonstrating our award-winning literacy and numeracy programmes, trusted by thousands of schools around the world.

You can also ask any burning questions you might have about our brand-new Phonics programme, as well as sign up to trial our products for free! 🤩

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