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Additional Support Needs
ASN rights, CSPs, and getting the right support
6 guides in Additional Support Needs
EHCP Equivalent in Scotland: What Relocating Families Need to Know
Moving to Scotland with a child who has an EHCP? Scotland uses a different ASN system. Here's what transfers, what doesn't, and how to protect
Updated 24 April 2026
Additional Support NeedsMainstream vs Special School in Scotland: A Parent's Guide
Scotland presumes mainstream education for all children. When is special school the right choice, how to request it, and what your rights are
Updated 24 April 2026
Additional Support NeedsAutism and ADHD in Scottish Schools: Support Your Child Is Entitled To
What Scottish schools must provide for children with autism or ADHD. Diagnosis routes, classroom adjustments, ASN rights, and how to escalate
Updated 23 April 2026
Additional Support NeedsCoordinated Support Plans in Scotland: A Parent's Rights Guide
What a Coordinated Support Plan is, who qualifies, how to request one, and what to do if the council refuses. Your child's legal rights explained
Updated 23 April 2026
Additional Support NeedsSchool Refusal in Scotland: What Parents Can Do
When your child can't or won't attend school. Understanding emotionally based non-attendance, your legal position, and what support exists in Scotland
Updated 23 April 2026
Additional Support NeedsAdditional Support Needs in Scotland: A Parent's Rights Guide
How Additional Support Needs (ASN) works in Scotland. Your legal rights, Coordinated Support Plans, dispute resolution and practical next steps
Updated 18 March 2026