Additional Support for Learning (ASL) Services in Perth and Kinross
Perth and Kinross offers dedicated SEND support in a beautifully scenic area that blends urban hubs like Perth with vast rural landscapes, making it Scotland's 7th least densely populated council area where services thoughtfully address challenges like transport and isolation for families. As a smaller council with an ageing population and lower child numbers than the national average, it prioritises tailored additional support for children, outperforming Scotland in reducing child poverty to help families thrive. Enquire, the independent information, advice and support service, is here to guide you every step with impartial expertise, so you can focus on what matters most - your child's wellbeing.
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Schools & ASN Provision
77
Schools
1
Specialist
17
ASN Units & Resource Bases
16,563
Total Pupils
6,525 pupils
Additional Support for Learning (ASL)
Perth and Kinross 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.
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Schools
Fairview School
Special100% ASNRiverside Primary School
Primary61.2% ASNPerth Grammar School
Secondary56.9% ASNCoupar Angus Primary School
Primary54% ASNBertha Park High School
Secondary52.4% ASNCrieff High School
Secondary50% ASNBreadalbane Academy
All-through47.7% ASNPerth High School
Secondary47.2% ASNTulloch Primary School
Primary46.3% ASNBlairgowrie High School
Secondary42.3% ASNInch View Primary and Nursery School
Primary42.2% ASNPerth Academy
Secondary40% ASNKinross High School
Secondary38.5% ASNOakbank Primary School
Primary32.4% ASNCrieff Primary School
Primary29.5% ASNErrol Primary School
Primary24.7% ASNRobert Douglas Memorial Primary School
Primary21.5% ASNViewlands Primary School
Primary11.9% 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 Perth and Kinross.
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