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ALN (Additional learning needs)

The term used in Wales, under the Additional Learning Needs and Education Tribunal (Wales) Act 2018, for learning difficulties or disabilities that call for additional learning provision.

Stands for
Additional learning needs
Used in
Wales
Topic
SEND and special education

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IDP (Individual development plan) Wales
The statutory plan in Wales describing a learner's additional learning needs and the provision they will receive. It replaced statements and other plans.
ALNCo (Additional learning needs coordinator) Wales
The person in a school or college in Wales responsible for coordinating additional learning provision.
SEND (Special educational needs and disabilities) England
The term used in England for children and young people who have a learning difficulty or disability that needs special educational provision, as defined in the Children and Families Act 2014.

More terms: SEND and special education

Accessibility plan · Annual review · Statement of SEN

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