ALN Reforms
We want to transform expectations, experiences and outcomes for children and young people with additional learning needs (ALN).
To do so, we have developed the ALN transformation programme, which transforms the separate systems for special educational needs (SEN) in schools and learning difficulties and/or disabilities (LDD) in further education, to create a unified system for supporting learners from 0 to 25 with ALN.
The transformed system will:
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ensure that all learners with ALN are supported to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential
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improve the planning and delivery of support for learners from 0 to 25 with ALN, placing learners’ needs, views, wishes and feelings at the heart of the process
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focus on the importance of identifying needs early and putting in place timely and effective interventions which are monitored and adapted to ensure they deliver the desired outcomes.
New legislation and statutory guidance is only one aspect, albeit a fundamental one, of the wider package of reforms needed. The ALN transformation programme also focuses on skills development for the education workforce, to deliver effective support to learners with ALN in the classroom, as well as easier access to specialist support, information and advice.
What's Changing?
We want to transform expectations, experiences and outcomes for children and young people with additional learning needs (ALN).
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Why it's Changing
We are determined to deliver a fully inclusive education system for learners in Wales. A system where needs are identified early and addressed quickly, and where all learners are supported to reach their potential.
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Michael Berry
Head of Additional Learning Needs
Emma Tate
ALN Support Manager
If parents wish to discuss or find out about the changes to Special Educational Needs, please contact our Head of Additional Learning Needs, Mike Berry, or the ALN Support Manager, Emma Tate.
Although we will always strive to offer the highest level of support to our pupils and their parents, there may be occasions - while following the ALN Code (2021) - when disagreements arise.
Below are links to The Additional Learning Needs Code for Wales (2021) and Denbighshire County Council’s Inclusion and ALN page. These resources provide helpful guidance on the steps to take when navigating dispute resolution.