The ACCESS project – Addressing Learning Difficulties in Mainstream Classrooms – is an Erasmus+ initiative that focuses on creating inclusive educational environments for young learners aged 6-10 years. By providing teachers, parents, and educational communities with targeted support, ACCESS aims to enhance early detection and management of Learning Difficulties (LDs), ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.
What ACCESS addresses
Learning Difficulties (LDs) affect how a child acquires and processes information, often making traditional education challenging. Common examples include dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. Despite the growing recognition of these challenges, mainstream schools often lack the specialised resources needed to support students effectively. ACCESS addresses this critical gap by promoting early identification and intervention within the general classroom setting, without relying solely on specialised education.
Our aim
The main aim of ACCESS is to empower teachers, support families, and build stronger collaborations between schools and parents.
Specifically, ACCESS seeks to:
• Equip primary school teachers with knowledge, skills, and strategies to detect and manage LDs early.
• Support parents in recognising signs of LDs and actively engaging in their child’s learning journey.
• Foster inclusive classroom practices that embrace diversity and ensure equal opportunities for all learners.
• Promote collaboration between teachers, parents, and educational communities for comprehensive support.
Who ACCESS is for
ACCESS targets a range of beneficiaries:
• Primary school teachers who need practical, accessible tools to address diverse learning needs in their classrooms.
• Parents and families who play a crucial role in early identification and continued support of children with LDs.
• Students aged 6-10 years who face learning difficulties and require timely, appropriate interventions.
• Education professionals, including school leaders and support specialists, interested in promoting inclusive practices.
Project deliverables
Over the course of 30 months, ACCESS will develop:
• An asynchronous Teacher Training Course offering practical, evidence-based strategies for identifying and managing LDs within mainstream education.
• A Digital Library for Teachers, providing a wide range of teaching tools, exercises, and resources adaptable to different learning needs.
• A Toolkit for Parents, featuring informative materials, guidance, and activities to support children’s learning at home and foster stronger collaboration with teachers.
Each of these outputs is designed to be practical, accessible, and sustainable, ensuring their long-term impact beyond the project’s lifespan.
At its core, ACCESS is about ensuring that no child is left behind. By empowering teachers, involving parents, and providing the right tools, the project seeks to transform mainstream classrooms into inclusive environments where every learner’s needs are recognised, supported, and celebrated.
Stay connected with ACCESS as we work together toward a more inclusive future for education!
