Continuum of Support Poster for Irish Primary Schools
A professional A3 printable poster summarising the NEPS Continuum of Support framework for Irish primary school classrooms. Features the three-tier pyramid (Classroom Support, School Support, School Support Plus), the 4-step problem-solving cycle, and key principles aligned with the Guidelines for Primary Schools (2024).
What's Included
- Professional A3 printable poster (PDF format)
- Three-tier support pyramid visual (ALL/SOME/FEW)
- Level 1: Classroom Support - Class teacher-led interventions
- Level 2: School Support - SET-led targeted teaching
- Level 3: School Support Plus - Multi-disciplinary team involvement
- 4-step problem-solving cycle diagram (Identify → Assess → Intervene → Review)
- 8 key principles of the Continuum of Support
- Irish school-themed colour scheme (blue, green, amber)
- Source reference to official guidelines
How to Use This Template
- 1Download the PDF and print on A3 paper for best visibility
- 2Laminate for durability if displaying in a classroom
- 3Display in the staff room, SEN room, or resource area for quick reference
- 4Use during parent meetings to explain the support framework
- 5Reference in staff CPD sessions on the Continuum of Support
- 6Share digitally with new staff as part of SEN induction
- 7Use as a visual aid when explaining support levels to parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Continuum of Support?
The Continuum of Support is a framework developed by NEPS (National Educational Psychological Service) for identifying and responding to children's special educational needs in Irish schools. It uses a tiered approach with three levels: Classroom Support (for all children), School Support (for some children needing additional help), and School Support Plus (for children with complex, enduring needs).
What are the three levels shown on the poster?
Level 1 (Classroom Support) is for ALL children and involves quality first teaching with classroom-based adaptations led by the class teacher. Level 2 (School Support) is for SOME children who need targeted teaching from the Special Education Teacher (SET) with documented Student Support Plans. Level 3 (School Support Plus) is for a FEW children with complex needs requiring multi-disciplinary team involvement.
What is the 4-step problem-solving cycle?
The problem-solving cycle is a continuous process: 1) IDENTIFY - gather information about the child's strengths and needs, 2) ASSESS - clarify the nature of the concern, 3) INTERVENE - implement targeted support, and 4) REVIEW - evaluate the child's response to intervention. This cycle repeats every 6-8 weeks.
Is this poster aligned with official guidelines?
Yes, this poster is aligned with the Guidelines for Primary Schools: Supporting Pupils with Special Educational Needs (2024) published by the Department of Education, and the NEPS Continuum of Support framework. All content is sourced from official documentation.
What size should I print the poster?
The poster is designed for A3 printing (297 × 420 mm) which provides good visibility in a classroom setting. It can also be printed at A4 for personal reference or handouts, though some text may appear smaller.
Can a child be at different levels for different needs?
Yes! A child can be at different support levels for different areas of need. For example, a child might be at School Support Plus for literacy but at Classroom Support for numeracy. The framework is flexible and needs-based, not diagnosis-based.
Is this poster free to use?
Yes, this poster is completely free to download, print, and use in your school. It is provided by SENScribe to support Irish primary school teachers with understanding and implementing the Continuum of Support framework.
Continuum of Support Poster...
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