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There are many reasons why a child might need additional support for learning. These include: finding it difficult to control their behaviour not making themselves understood (because English is not their first language or because of a speech and language difficulty) being bullied being abused or neglected caring for someone at home difficulties with reading [read more...]

If your child has additional support needs, they may need help from people who don’t work in the school – like speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, youth workers or social workers. Your child may get support from these people in school – for example, a speech and language therapist may visit your child for a [read more...]

As a parent you are an expert on your child. If you notice your child is having difficulty with some part of their school work, it is important you discuss your worries with their teacher. Your child’s teacher will normally identify children in their class who need more attention or planning. If you feel your [read more...]

View LTScotland’s comprehensive resources for implementing the Curriculum for Excellence including good practice on Supporting Learners.

View PINS resources to support young people who are excluded, disaffected or disengaged from schools.

A useful resources aimed at ensuring pupils with print disabilities have access to curriculum material.

The Education (Additional Support for Learning) Act 2009 — which received Royal Assent in June 2009 — makes amendments to the 2004 ASL Act. The Act does not come into force until November this year but to help parents and carers understand what the law might mean for them,   ASL-Act-2009-changes. During the next two months [read more...]

Enquire staff recently visited Niddriemill Primary School in Edinburgh to find out about THE RETREAT, the schools dedicated ‘getaway’ room which provides support and guidance for pupils who attend the school and their families.

If you think that your child might need extra help, talking to their school is the best place to start. Every child’s needs will be different and any support provided should meet their individual needs. There are lots of ways to support children with their learning. Support may include: time with learning support staff assistance [read more...]

If your child is being bullied and this is affecting their attendance at school or their ability to benefit from their education, then they might require additional support to help them return to school or support them with their learning. If you think your child is being bullied, you should advise your child to tell [read more...]