Scottish Government

ISBN 0 7559 4981 1
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Contents

Introduction
Our working definition of the term learning disability
Children with learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder in Scotland
About The same as you?
Why the children's group was set up
Who were the members and what did the group do?
What does this report set out to do?
Who is this report for?

Section One: What Matters to Children
Children the same as you
International and national policy context

Section Two: A Child's Life
Chapter 1 Early Years
Barriers and supports
Making choices
Health
Play
Person-centred supports from the early years - suggestions for good practice
Chapter 2 School Years
Making choices
Planning and working together
Barriers and supports
Person-centred support during school years - suggestions for good practice
Chapter 3 Preparing For Adulthood
Barriers to effective transitions
Offering real choices
Person-centred planning during transition - suggestions for good practice

Section Three: Working Together for Children and Families

ANNEX A: Children's Sub Group members
ANNEX B: Rites of Passage
ANNEX C: Policy and Law
ANNEX D: Useful Contacts and Information
Glossary
References