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About Anne Deane

I am a BSc (Hons) Psychology graduate, and a qualified assessor for exam access arrangements. I have a deep understanding of the needs of pupils with learning difficulties and I am committed to providing them with the support they need to succeed.

I have worked as an adult education tutor and in the SEND department of a state maintained comprehensive school for ten years, six years of which have been spent as a specialist assessor.

 I am a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and I have a Level 7 Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A).

 I have a Diploma in Strategic Teaching Support for Dyslexia and Literacy and I am an Associate of the Dyslexia Guild (ADG).

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Exam Access Arrangements

Schools and colleges must make reasonable adjustments for pupils with special educational needs, disabilities, or temporary injuries, both in the classroom and in exams. These adjustments, known as Exam Access Arrangements (EAAs), allow pupils to demonstrate their knowledge and skills without being disadvantaged. EAAs do not change the demands of the assessment, but they do make it possible for pupils to access the assessment in a way that is fair and equitable.

Exam Access Arrangements may be tailored to meet the individual needs of the pupil, and may include provisions such as:

• Extra time

• Reader

• Computer reader

• Scribe

• Word processor

• Supervised rest breaks

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Assessment

A scheduled appointment is made to visit your school or college to undertake pupil assessments for access arrangements.  A full day includes up to 6 hours of assessments, manual completion of assessment forms, and electronic completion of the relevant section of JCQ Form 8.  

Here are some of the benefits:

• It provides a comprehensive assessment of the pupil's needs, which can help to ensure that they receive the right support in exams.

• It can save time and resources for schools and colleges, as they do not have to carry out the assessments themselves.

• It can provide peace of mind for parents and carers, as they can be confident that their child is receiving the best possible support.

The SENDCo, or Learning Support Manager in a college, must complete Part 1 of Form 8 before the pupil is assessed.  The assessment is then conducted considering the information provided.  This should paint a picture of the pupil’s needs and background.  Test results must be supported by evidence that the requested access arrangements reflect the support that the pupil normally receives.  This is commonly referred to as the 'normal way of working.'

Full day fees start from £250.00.  This includes travel expenses for a school or college within a 25-mile radius of Horsham, West Sussex.  Thereafter, travelling expenses apply at HMRC rates.

Each assessment is completed on a one-to-one basis and takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.

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Anne Deane conducted tests with our students from years 9 through to 13 for the purpose of screening for access arrangements and to assess for access arrangements.

Anne has a professional, reassuring and friendly manner that puts students at ease.  She capably identifies the appropriate tests to conduct for each individual and is insightful in assessing through both testing and interviewing each student.

Anne worked effectively with SEND team to find appropriate information prior to assessment and in providing information in a timely and relevant manner after assessing each student.

Anne updates her training each year to ensure that she is fully conversant with regulations covering each exams access procedure, for all specifications. She was also instrumental in ensuring that the school was fully equipped with appropriate tests.

Her completion of paperwork for exams access was timely and accurate.  Anne is also able to provide mentoring to other staff members learning the exams access procedures and regulations due to her depth of knowledge and skills.

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Alison Stevenson

BA Hons. PGCE. Specialist Assessor

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"Professional, Reassuring and Friendly"