Additional support for learning: guidance on assessing capacity and considering wellbeing
Guidance to help local authorities and schools understand the extended rights and make decisions on capacity and wellbeing.
Additional support for learning: statutory guidance
Guidance on the duties of education authorities and other agencies to support children’s and young people’s learning.
Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014
A key part of the Scottish Government's strategy for making Scotland the best place in the world for children to grow up.
Choosing a school: a guide for parents
Guide for parents on the placing request system, and advice on choosing a school.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): early learning and childcare services
Coronavirus (COVID-19): early learning and childcare services was published in 2022 and has been regularly updated. It gives guidance on reducing the risk of coronavirus spreading in early learning and childcare
Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on reducing the risks in schools
Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on reducing the risks in schools was published by the Scottish Government in 2021 and has been regularly updated. It provides guidance for schools and local authorities on
Curriculum for Excellence
Curriculum for Excellence provides the framework for learning and teaching in Scotland.
Delivering Excellence and Equity in Scottish Education: A Delivery Plan for Scotland
Document setting out the Scottish Government's plans for improving educational outcomes for all pupils.
Early learning and childcare
Guidance is for local authorities and all involved in implementing and delivering early learning and childcare services.
Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004, as amended
This act provides a framework for local authorities and other agencies to support all children with their learning.