The DME Trust
The DME Trust is a collaborative venture between nasen (National Association of Special Educational Needs) and Potential Plus UK (the working name of the National Association for Gifted Children). The DME Trust’s mission is to improve the lives and education of DME young people.
DME is dual or multiple exceptionality, the term used in the UK to describe young people who have both high learning potential and would be classed as having a special educational need because of a learning difficulty, disability or mental health condition.
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An introduction to DME webinar recording
- Webcasts
- 23 Nov 2023
This free webinar funded by Comino Foundation, is suitable for SENCOs, SLTs and other school staff who are interested in finding out more about DME.
Why and how should we support children with DME in school?
- Webcasts
- 08 Oct 2023
This webinar is suitable for SENCOs, SLTs and teachers who would like to understand the relationship between pupils with SEND and bullying
What is DME?
- General
- 01 Oct 2023
This information document summarises some key ideas related to Dual and Multiple Exceptionality. This summary guide will assist teachers and leaders to understand how DME is identified and how it may affect learning.