ADDITIONAL TIME
Commentaries on example applications
Example 1
Mark does not receive additional time in class. We would assume all schools that make provisions for allowing pupils additional time would only apply for pupils who receive support on a regular basis.
A1. Mark has an average reading age.
A3. Mark has a free writing speed of 9. This meets the criteria but still falls in the average range for a pupil his age. It would be inappropriate to give him an amanuensis unless this was normal classroom practice.
A4. Mark’s processing speed is in the low average range. This alone is not enough to be granted additional time.
A5. Mark achieved average to above average in his verbal reasoning test and has an average reading age.
Example 2
Q1 Colin is working below the level of the tests in English. He can not be granted additional time for English even if he meets the criteria.
B1. The school has not provided a score for a language test but has explained why Colin needs additional time and how he will use it. This is acceptable but LEAs can ask for a score showing a pupil is working at a comparable level to level 1 on the Language in common scale.
Example 3
A2. Chris’s comprehension increased by 10 months with additional time.
A3. Chris has a free writing speed of 9. This meets the criteria but still falls in the average range for a pupil his age.
A4. Chris has a low processing speed of 78.
A5. Chris has a significant difference between verbal and performance score of 22.
Note: For A1, the school has used an unfamiliar test. LEAs should try to check the validity of unfamiliar tests (eg through educational psychologist, internet search, email to NAA). NAA would be grateful to learn of up-to-date, valid tests to be added to the list.
Example 4
This application was late but because the educational need has recently significantly changed it needs to be processed. The request for additional time is granted as the shoulder injury is preventing Nisha’s access to the tests.