Education Welfare

The above service is provided by the ALN&I Service for Gwynedd and Anglesey LEAs. The authorities considers it an essential support service, not only for pupils and families but also for schools within the counties. 

The service’s overall objective is to try and resolve any problem, preventing a child from fully benefitting from the education available, by offering practical advice or support.

What does the Service provide?

Focus is given to cases concerning the following fields:

• pupils' school attendance
• protecting children from abuse
• monitoring the procedure regarding issuing licenses for children to perform
• monitoring the child employment procedure  
  
  

How to make a referral to the service? 

Usually, schools refer cases to the service. However, children and families can directly self-refer through contacting the Education Welfare Officer at the local secondary school or by telephone 01286 679 007.

Who's in the team: