In On the Act

Guidance on the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004

The Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act came into force on 14 November, 2005. These Guidelines will support staff in all establishments, services and agencies in the implementation of the Act and they should be read in conjunction with ‘Supporting Children’s Learning - A Code of Practice’ produced by the Scottish Executive. All schools should now have copies of the Code of Practice but anyone who has not received them should contact Iona McLeod, ASL Coordinator on 0131 469 2850 or at Iona.McLeod@ea.edin.sch.uk.

The Guidelines were launched at the seminars for managers on 14 and 16 March 2006.

From 14th November, 2005, schools may receive enquiries from parents who have new rights under the Act. Given that this legislation is new for everyone, staff should seek advice from the Children and Families Department helpline before responding to any queries. SNIP are operating this helpline for staff and parents on behalf of the Department on 0131 536 0583. Answers to queries may not be available immediately but one of the SNIP staff will take details of the enquiry. Either Iona McLeod or Claire Edwards of SNIP and the ASL Development Team, will get back with an answer within seven days at the latest.

Parents are also advised of the appointment of Adam O’Brien as Parent and Pupil Support Manager for Additional Support for Learning who can be contacted on 0131 469 3444 or at adam.obrien@edinburgh.gov.uk. Adam is also the Contact Officer for Coordinated Support Plans as detailed in the Guidelines.

City of Edinburgh Council Guidelines

Additional Support for Learning Update in Powerpoint format (05/03/07)