Learners with Special Education Needs (LSEN)
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Learners with Special Educational Needs (LSEN) Explained
If your child is finding mainstream schooling difficult, our LSEN class may be able to help.
John Wesley School offers a small, supportive LSEN class for learners who need a different approach to learning.
Your child may benefit from LSEN support if:
- your child is struggling to cope in a mainstream classroom;
- your child has repeated a grade, or may need to repeat a grade, and is still not making enough progress;
- an Educational Psychologist has assessed your child and recommended placement in an LSEN learning environment; or
- you have been advised to consider an LSEN school and are unsure what the next step should be.
Assessment is required
All learners applying for placement in our LSEN class must first be assessed by an Educational Psychologist.
The Educational Psychologist must recommend that the learner would benefit from placement in an LSEN learni
ng environment.
John Wesley School’s LSEN class is not a remedial class.
Remedial support is generally aimed at helping learners overcome specific learning difficulties so that they can continue in mainstream schooling. LSEN education is designed for learners who need ongoing support, a smaller class environment and the opportunity to learn at a pace and level that suits their needs.
How our LSEN class supports learners
Our LSEN class offers:
- a small class environment;
- individual attention and support;
- learning at each child’s own pace;
- academic development;
- practical and life skills;
- a caring and structured classroom environment; and
- preparation for the next stage of the learner’s education.
Our aim is to help each learner build confidence, independence and skills for the future.
LSEN learners are part of school life
Our LSEN learners are an important part of the John Wesley School family.
They take part in school life alongside their peers, including:
- assemblies;
- sport;
- choir;
- arts and cultural activities; and
- other school events and activities.
We want every learner to feel included, valued and part of our school community.
Moving on to an LSEN High School
When learners reach high-school age and are ready to move on, parents are encouraged to apply to an appropriate LSEN High School.
LSEN High Schools usually combine academic learning with practical and vocational skills. Depending on the school and the learner’s interests and abilities, these may include areas such as:
- agriculture;
- cooking;
- sewing;
- hairdressing;
- art and craft;
- welding;
- building skills;
- mechanical or technical training;
- sport.
This approach helps learners develop practical skills that can support future training and employment opportunities.
LSEN fees for 2027
Annual school fees: R57 200
Fees may be paid over 11 months at R5 200 per month.
Please contact the school office for full information about admissions fees and payment terms.
Want to know more?
If you think our LSEN class may be suitable for your child, please contact us.
📞 031 701 5603 📧 admissions@jwesleyptn.co.za
📍 30 Bamboo Lane, Pinetown
You can also apply online through our 2027 Admissions page.
