Hearing Loss Support
Hearing Loss Support Programme at Beatty Secondary School
As a designated mainstream secondary school for supporting students with hearing loss via the signing approach, Beatty Secondary School offers a seamless continuum of educational and community support.
Since 2017, we have welcomed students with mild to profound hearing loss from all schools.
Our support programme focuses on three key areas:
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Customised Learning Experience
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Promoting Inclusivity
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Fostering Independence
Customised Learning Experience
At Beatty Secondary School, we provide a tailored learning experience for students with hearing loss. Our dedicated team of Hearing Loss Resource Teachers (HL RTs), who are proficient in sign language, work closely with form teachers, subject teachers, the Student Development Team, and parents. Together, they ensure that students receive the necessary academic and socio-emotional support.
To further enhance their learning, students participate in reinforced learning sessions with HL RTs. We also offer enriched experiential learning through various programmes, such as:
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The English Language Programme
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The NUS-CAPT (College of Alice and Peter Tan) Mentoring Programme
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Enrichment Workshops
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National Sports Competitions
In addition, we provide specialised support for school and national examinations to ensure our students’ success.
Promoting Inclusivity
At Beatty Secondary School, we believe that every child matters. We raise awareness of the challenges faced by the hearing loss community and celebrate the strengths of our students through our Deaf Awareness Programme. This helps foster a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
Fostering Independence
We aim to develop our students into purpose-driven, independent stewards. By integrating hearing assistive technologies, such as frequency modulation systems and speech-to-text applications, we empower our students to take control of their learning.
They are also encouraged to be self-directed in both the classroom and in their CCAs.
We are proud that many of our students with hearing loss have gone on to higher education, pursuing diplomas in fields such as Architecture and IT Systems & Networking. They have also successfully secured employment after completing their tertiary education.