The European languages are members of the same family. Their separate existence is a myth. For science, music, sport, etc, Europe uses the same vocabulary. 

Information and Advice

Mindfulness for pupils with visual impairment and complex needs

Mindfulness sessions are used at the Royal Blind School to teach pupils to recognise their emotions and to learn strategies to deal with stressful experiences.

Mobility cane or guide dog?

For blind or partially sighted people, the choice between using a cane or a guide dog is often a personal one. There are a number of options to explore to help navigate the environment safely and as independently as possible when out and about.

NaviLens: what is it and how to use it

This helpful guide will help get started using the NaviLens app at Sight Scotland and Sight Scotland Veterans sites. The app is designed to enable people with a visual impairment to navigate unfamiliar environments independently, and our guide is ava

Registering as sight impaired or severely sight impaired in Scotland

Find out more about registering as sight impaired or severely sight impaired in Scotland.

Sensory activities and creative arts for pupils with visual impairment and complex needs

Sensory sessions with creative arts are more than a PE class, or a drama or music class. By combining the different disciplines, the creative arts lesson enhances the learning experience for the young people involved.

Social introduction skills to use with young people with visual impairment

Young people with visual impairment can often find socially communicating with others challenging. A lot of the communication that people use is non-verbal, using facial expressions and body language which is not available to the young person.

Staying safe: Road crossing tips for blind and partially sighted people

Negotiating pedestrian crossings is something many people take for granted – but crossing the road when you’re blind or visually impaired can feel daunting.

Support for sight loss in the workplace

If you develop sight loss when you are in work, there is support for you and your employer to help you continue in employment.

Supporting someone with sight loss? We're there for you too

As a relative, carer or friend, how do you help your loved one cope with losing their sight? Visual impairment affects everyone differently, and knowing how to be supportive can be challenging. We're here for you too.

Supporting VI people at home

A little bit of the right help and some determination can make all the difference to someone living with a visual impairment (VI).