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Post-16 and post-18 transitions of young people with visual impairment in Wales

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), Sue.Keil{at}rnib.org.uk

Nicola Crews

Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB), Nicola.Crews{at}rnib.org.uk

This article gives an overview of a three-year qualitative study following the transition pathways of one blind and four partially sighted young people in Wales, beginning with the transition from compulsory to post-compulsory education at the age of 16. The study highlighted the inequity in provision for young people who remain in school sixth forms compared to those who enter a mainstream college of further education. It emphasized the key role played by the qualified teacher of the visually impaired during and after transition. Weaknesses in the process model of post-16 transition of young people with special educational needs outlined in the statutory guidance were also identified. Finally, the study found considerable divergence in the post-18 transition pathways of the five young people, with only one following, without deviation, the pathway mapped out in their original Transition Plan.

Key Words: blind • further education • higher education • partially sighted • post-16 transition • visual impairment

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