Pupils with learning difficulties are classified at two levels - severe (broadly IQ 50 and below) and moderate (75 and below).
Whilst some are integrated into mainstream schools, most attend Special Needs Schools where they receive specialised teaching.
For pupils with severe learning difficulties we teach and coach two variants of cricket to take into account their physical capabilities. One for the less physically able is a Target Table Cricket game. The other is based on non stop cricket and is played with a larger than normal ball. This provides important physical activity for the pupils.
There are eight Special Needs Schools in Hampshire providing specialist teaching for children with severe learning difficulties.
For those with moderate learning difficulties we teach and coach Kwik Cricket.
There are ten primary and eleven secondary schools in Hampshire for pupils with moderate learning difficulties.