ASL 2009

The Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2009

The Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004  provides the legal framework for identifying and addressing the additional support needs of children and young people who face a barrier, or barriers, to learning. The Act aims to ensure that all children and young people are provided with the necessary support to help them work towards achieving their full potential. It also promotes collaborative working among all those supporting children and young people and sets out parents‘ rights within the system.

The 2004 Act has now been amended by the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2009, which came into force on 13th November 2010.

The amended Act offers greater rights for parents to ensure their children’s needs are being met within the education system.

A short summary of the main changes to the legislation is available on the Enquire website (click here)

Enquire will also be publishing an updated Parent’s Guide to Additional Support for Learning.  You can request a paper copy by contacting their helpline on 0845 123 2303 or download a copy from their website (click here). Alternatively, contact Diane Lowrie, Family Liaison Officer, who will arrange for copies to be sent to you.

If you have any questions regarding the above, please don't hesitate to contact Diane by email (click here) or on 01236 456100.