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Additional support for learningScotland - Contact a Family 2025

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The document outlines the process for parents and young people in Scotland to appeal decisions made by the Education Authority regarding additional support needs through the Additional Support Needs Tribunals. It details the rights of parents and young people, types of decisions that can be appealed, necessary documentation, and guidance on how to complete the reference form. The document emphasizes the importance of timely submissions and provides resources for assistance.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by filling out Section 1, indicating whether you are a parent or a young person. Provide your contact details including name, address, and email.
In Section 2, specify any communication needs you may have. This ensures that the tribunal can accommodate your requirements.
Proceed to Section 3 to provide details about your representative if applicable. Include their contact information for correspondence purposes.
In Section 4, detail the Education Authority's decision you disagree with. Be sure to include relevant dates and attach any necessary documents like the Co-ordinated Support Plan.
Use Section 5 to provide supporting information and list any additional documents that will help clarify your reference.
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What is an example of additional support?

extra encouragement in their learning, for example to ask questions or to try something they find difficult. help communicating with other children. support with physical or personal care difficulties, for example eating, getting around school safely or using the toilet.

What are the three main areas of support provided by education in Scotland?

Literacy, numeracy and health and wellbeing are recognised as being particularly important these areas are seen as being the responsibility of all staff.

What is ASN in Scotland?

A child or young person is said to have additional support needs (ASN) if they need more - or different support - to what is generally provided in educational establishments to children or young people of the same age.

What is an example of additional support needs Scotland?

A child or young person has additional support needs if, for any reason, they need extra or different help than others their age to benefit fully from their education. For example, if: their learning environment is not suitable for them. they are disabled or have a health condition.

What are special needs called in Scotland?

In Scotland, the term additional support needs is used for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

How do I contact Education Scotland?

If you wish to complain, or raise concerns about the services we offer, please contact +44 (0)131 244 4330, write to us, or email: complaints@educationscotland.gov.scot.

Additional support for learningScotland - Contact a Family 2025

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