The Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI) provides an opportunity to improve the experiences of education for blind and partially sighted children and young people and those who support them. Used in the right way the CFVI can transform lives; we want this ambition to be realised for all blind and partially sighted children and young people.
Alongside RNIB, VIEW and sector partners, we are working to see the CFVI embedded into policy across the UK. Please see our campaign reports here to find out more.
As part of our campaign to embed the CFVI into policy, we’re sharing these five case study videos featuring blind or partially sighted children and young people. Made in collaboration with the University of Birmingham, each short film tells the young person’s story in their own words.
Please check the guidelines for using and sharing our CFVI case study videos before sharing.
Lucy is a student at Knowetop Primary School in Motherwell. In this video she talks about her experiences of school as a young person with vision impairment.
Nathan is a student at Ulster University. In this video he talks about his experiences of school and growing up as a young person with a vision impairment.
Mo is a student at RNC Hereford. In this video he talks about his experience of school after losing his sight, and the difference that having access to specialist support has made in his life.
Jay is a student at RNC Hereford and a blind footballer who is currently on the England talent pathway. In this video he shares his experience of school and growing up as a young person with a vision impairment, and the importance that sport plays in his life.
Samiya is a member of UCAN Productions – a performance and creative arts charity for blind and partially sighted children/young people/adults and their friends. In this video she talks about her experiences of school and growing up as a young person with a vision impairment.
These videos have been funded by Thomas Pocklington Trust and were produced by Vision Impairment Centre for Teaching and Research and Creative Media, University of Birmingham.
The vision impairment sector released reports in June 2023 in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland titled “Unlocking education for all, Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI)”.
The reports highlight the importance of the CFVI and call for the Governments in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to endorse and formally recognise the framework in policy across the UK.
The below policy statements for each of the nations set out what the CFVI is, why it is important and what we would like to see happen in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
Learn more about the curriculum framework for vision impaired children and young people in the UK, and how it can support their education.
Find out more about 'Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment'Find out how Local Authorities can support and promote inclusive, accessible education and the opportunity to thrive for blind and partially sighted students.
Find out more about 'Unlocking Education for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment: Call to Action for Local Authorities'Learn all about our CFVI champions, the work they are doing to raise awareness of the CFVI, what it means to them, and how you can get involved!
Find out more about 'CFVI Champions'Find out about the work we do to lobby Government and decision makers to help ensure blind and partially sighted students can pursue their educational aspirations.
Find out more about 'Education Policy'
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