About Portage and the NPA

What is Portage?

Portage is a home-visiting educational service for pre-school children with additional support needs and their families.

The Portage Model

The three essential elements in the Portage model are: Family Focus, Structured Teaching and Child Led Play.

Portage Principles

All Portage practice is underpinned by 12 Portage principles.  Follow the link for more detailed information.

About the NPA

The National Portage Association (NPA) is national charity, supporting Portage services, families and professionals involved in Portage.