01/09/2026
Does your child need assistive technology to access education?
The Assistive Technology Grant may be able to help eligible children and young people with disabilities get the technology they need to participate in education.
More information on eligibility and how to apply is available in the Citizens Information Facebook post below.
Do you know about the Assistive Technology Grant?
👦 The grant helps students with a disability, who have difficulty communicating through speech or writing, to take part in education using assistive technology. For example, a child who is visually impaired may need braille equipment.
Your child may be able to get it if they're in primary or secondary school and they have one or more of the following:
➡️ Hearing impairment
➡️ Visual impairment
➡️ Physical disability
➡️ Severe or profound general learning disability
👦 Your child may also be eligible in other circumstances, for example, if they have autism.
The grant can be used to buy various types of equipment, including:
✅ A laptop or tablet with modified software
✅ Touch pads
✅ Keyboards
📝 Your child’s school must apply for the grant. The application must include medical or other professional reports showing your child’s need for specialist technology.
🗣️ If you think your child needs assistive technology to access education, speak to their school directly.
