In Swansea and its surrounding areas, several resources are available to support individuals with additional learning needs (ALN):
Additional Learning Needs and Inclusion Team: Provides contact details for further assistance and advises discussing Individual Development Plans (IDPs) with your child’s educational setting initially. (Swansea Additional Learning Needs and Inclusion Team)
Swansea Bay University Health Board’s ALN Services: Emphasizes collaboration to support children and young people with ALN, ensuring their views are central to the process. (Swansea Bay University Health Board Services for Additional Learning Needs)
SNAP Cymru: A charity offering information, advice, and support for children and young people with ALN and their families across Wales. (Snap Cymru)
Tidy Minds: Provides resources and support for parents and carers of children needing extra support, including connections to local services. (tidyMinds)
Sense: Offers guidance on the ALN system in Wales, detailing the transition from the Special Educational Needs (SEN) system and available support.
SENSE- Additional learning needs in Wales
Additional services in Swansea and the surrounding areas include:
Neath Port Talbot Council’s Additional Learning Needs Support Service (ALNSS):
Neath Port Talbot Additional Learning Needs Support Service
Action for Children’s Positive Outcome Play Services (POPS):
https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/