Additional Support for Learning (ASL) Services in Falkirk
Falkirk is a mid-sized council area in central Scotland serving over 21,000 pupils across 58 schools, with a strong network of SEND provision including three specialist schools and 21 schools with dedicated SEN units. If your child has been identified as needing additional support, you're entering a system that is part of Scotland's broader SEND framework, which operates differently from England's approach - Scotland uses a staged intervention model rather than the formal EHCP system, though individual support plans are tailored to each child's needs. For impartial advice and support as you navigate SEND in Falkirk, Enquire (Scotland's national SEND information service) is your first port of call, offering free guidance on your rights and options. This page brings together the key local information and contacts you'll need, so you can focus on getting the right support for your child.
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Schools & ASN Provision
58
Schools
3
Specialist
21
ASN Units & Resource Bases
21,269
Total Pupils
8,147 pupils
Additional Support for Learning (ASL)
Falkirk operates under the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004. Instead of EHCPs, children here may receive a Coordinated Support Plan (CSP).
Scotland Support Organisations
These national organisations can help families in Scotland navigate the additional support system:
Scottish national advice service for additional support for learning
Helping children and young people have their say about their support
Official guidance on additional support for learning
Local Services & Contacts
Enquire / ASN Advice
Free, independent advice and support for families navigating additional support needs in Scotland.
Enquire
ASN / CSP Team
The team responsible for Coordinated Support Plans (CSPs) and additional support.
Request formASN Team
Falkirk Council ASN Team
Schools
Langlees Primary School
Primary70.3% ASNCarronshore Primary School
Primary59.3% ASNDeanburn Primary School
Primary52.3% ASNVictoria Primary School
Primary52.2% ASNEaster Carmuirs Primary School
Primary50.8% ASNGrangemouth High School
Secondary50% ASNLadeside Primary School
Primary50% ASNLarbert High School
Secondary43.5% ASNSlamannan Primary School
Primary41.7% ASNShieldhill Primary School
Primary39.8% ASNDenny High School
Secondary39.5% ASNMoray Primary School
Primary39.2% ASNMaddiston Primary School
Primary35.4% ASNSt Patrick's RC Primary School
Primary32.7% ASNBainsford Primary School
Primary29.8% ASNKinnaird Primary School
Primary29.3% ASNNethermains Primary School
Primary27.3% ASNHallglen Primary School
Primary27.1% ASNLarbert Village Primary School
Primary14.9% ASNGrange Primary School
Primary14.2% ASNStenhousemuir Primary School
Primary9.5% ASNUnderstanding ASN provision in Scotland
Scotland operates under the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004, which takes a broader approach to identifying children who need extra help. Here's what you need to know:
Additional Support Needs (ASN)
Under the Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004, a child has additional support needs if they need more or different support to access education. This is broader than England's SEND definition - it can include family circumstances, bereavement, or English as an additional language, as well as disabilities and learning difficulties.
Coordinated Support Plan (CSP)
A CSP is Scotland's equivalent of an EHCP, reserved for children with complex or multiple needs requiring support from education AND at least one other agency (health, social work). Most children with ASN won't have a CSP - they'll receive support through the school's own planning. CSPs have legal protections including tribunal appeal rights.
Additional Support for Learning Coordinator
Every school should have someone responsible for coordinating additional support. While not a statutory role like England's SENCO, most schools designate a teacher or member of the leadership team to oversee ASN provision, coordinate with external agencies, and work with families.
Child's Plan & GIRFEC
Scotland's Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) framework means every child who needs one gets a Child's Plan. This is less formal than a CSP but ensures coordinated support. The Named Person (usually head teacher or health visitor) helps coordinate services. Most children with ASN are supported through a Child's Plan rather than a CSP.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from families about SEND support in Falkirk.
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