Abstract

There are an estimated 1.5 million people in the UK with a learning disability, of which 351 000 are children (2.5% of total childhood population). It is recognised that for people with learning disabilities to have the best life chance, early identification and appropriate intervention in childhood is key. However, learning disabilities often go undiagnosed. We present a structured practical approach to assessing the school-aged child who presents with a possible learning disability.