York’s educational psychology expertise draws international attention

The reputation of City of York Council’s work in educational psychology has drawn government specialists from Hong Kong to visit the city this week to share in and learn from its practice.

Representatives from the Education Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government, researched Educational Psychology Services (EPS) which are run by UK local authorities.

Impressed with the planning, vision and standards of York’s Educational Psychology Service, the government team asked to meet with lead officers, school Special Education Needs Coordination Officers (SENCOs) and visit a school setting, to see first-hand how the service supports schools catering for children’s diverse needs.
(more…)