Publication - Independent report
Additional Support for Learning: review
Additional Support for Learning Review - led by the Scottish Government's Professional Advisor for Education. Informed by existing evidence to focus on: national and local system conditions that support ASN delivery; experience of delivery in school and how policy translates into effective practice.
Appendix 1 Evidence and Engagement
Sources of evidence
This review drew on a broad range of existing national evidence. Evidence sources included:
- national datasets and statistics
- audit, parliamentary and scrutiny evidence
- insights from children, young people, families, and staff
- national organisational evidence
- national events and workshops
- progress reporting on delivery of the Additional Support for Learning Action Plan
Engagement
Engagement for this review was intentionally limited and targeted, reflecting its scope and timescale. Activities included attending existing meetings, short discussions, and providing brief updates where relevant. Groups and individuals engaged with included:
- Additional Support for Learning Project Board
- Association of Directors of Education in Scotland
- Bòrd na Gàidhlig
- Children and Young People’s Commissioner Scotland
- Convention of Scottish Local Authorities
- Dyslexia Scotland
- Education and Childcare Assurance Board
- Headteachers’ Panel
- John Wilson, Independent Professional Adviser
- Scottish Youth Parliament
Contact
Email: supportinglearners@gov.scot