Anghenion Dysgu Ychwanegol / Additional Learning Needs

The SEN system is changing from September 2021 to a new 'Additional learning needs ' (ALN) system.

The Welsh Government is changing the way that children with special educational needs (SEN) will be supported. The new system defines SEN as Additional Learning Needs (ALN). The law is changing for several reasons : the main one is to make the process simpler and more transparent for all involved.

https://gov.wales/sites/default/files/publications/2018-09/additional-learning-needs-aln-transformation-programme-v2.pdf

Find out how ALN is changing here.

Frequently asked questions here.

Information for parents, carers and children on the new ALN act:

Additional learning needs (special educational needs) | Sub-topic | GOV.WALES

The Special Educational Needs System is changing | Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council

ALN Information, Advice and Guidance for Parents

Canllaw Anghenion Dysgu Ychwanegol Ar Gyfer Rhieni a Gwarchodwyr

Parents and Carers Guide To Additional Learning Needs

ADY Gwybodaeth Ar Gyfer Plant

ALN Information For Children

EP Support Line Service for parents.

Educational Psychology Service in RCT and Merthyr Tydfil

Need further advice on ALN after speaking to your class teacher and Mrs Hedges?

The EPS Support Line will be running 3 afternoons per week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) and offers parents the opportunity to discuss any concerns they may have regarding the wellbeing and/or learning needs of children.

This service will enable parents to access psychological support without having to wait for a school visit .

To access the EPS Support Line contact via email at EPS@rctcbc.gov.uk

providing a telephone contact and brief overview of the advice/support required.

Once a request has been received you will be contacted by a member of our team to arrange a 30 minute consultation slot at a convenient time.

Issues we can help with:

· Supporting children with additional learning needs

· Supporting children’s mental health and wellbeing.

Need to get in touch with us in school?

For any further information on ALN or any queries please contact:

ALNCo: Mrs Sharon Hedges - sharon.hedges@rhyd-y-grug.cymru

Or call 01685 351818.

Person Centred Practices (PCP)

At Ysgol Rhyd y Grug we aim to be person centred in the way we think and teach. We believe that each child is an individual and that learning should be personalised. We use a range of person centred thinking tools during circle time and wellbeing sessions. These tools help staff get to know the children on a deeper level and understand their needs.

PCP Tools includes;