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The special educational needs (SEN) system is being replaced by the additional learning needs (ALN) system. This is happening over three school years – between September 2021 and August 2024.
These guides explain how and when children will move from the SEN system to the ALN system.
These guides were published September 2022.
A guide for Parents and families
Implementing the additional learning needs system between September 2021 and August 2024: a guide for parents and families This guide for parents and families explains how and when children will move from the SEN system to the ALN system.
Information for Children
Information for children on moving from the special educational needs system to the additional learning needs system. An Easy read guide
Putting in place the new additional learning needs system between September 2021 and August 2024 - Easy read guide for children, parents and families.