Highland Education Vision Support Service
The Highland Education Vision Support Service (HEVSS) works with children and young people aged 3 and above who have visual impairments. This includes those in early years, primary, secondary, and specialist education settings where visual impairment is a factor.
We collaborate with partners and support services to provide advice, training, and guidance on adapted materials for early education and school staff, helping them deliver effective curricula for visually impaired children and young people.
HEVSS adheres to the National Standards for referrals established by the Vision Impairment Network for Children and Young People (VINCYP).
HEVSS works closely with NHS Scotland. The VINCYP Network has developed a Pathway of Care, enabling Local Authorities, NHS Health Boards, and Voluntary Organisations to identify available services for children with visual impairments in their area.
The pathway aims to prevent delays in providing support and to promote effective partnership working.