The term 'additional learning needs' has a legal definition and refers to children and young people with learning, physical or sensory needs that make it harder to learn than most children of the same age' DEWIS CYMRU, 2023.

At Brynhyfryd Primary School we aim to build a culture and instil values in a safe, sustainable, happy and caring school environment. We are preparing our children to flourish as life-long learners and global citizens for the 21^st century. We place importance of nurturing self-esteem, confidence and a sense of pride. We innovatively provide our children with learning experiences appropriately matched to their individual needs, backgrounds and abilities.

At Brynhyfryd Primary School we realise the diversity of our children and strive to support them fully in their learning journey.

We have robust processes in place to identify children with ALN and to support all children through universal learning provision. When a child is identified as meeting the criteria for ALN they will be supported by school staff within their environment and will have an IDP in place.

What is universal learning provision?

At Brynhyfryd Primary School we ensure that all children have the appropriate support provided through good teaching and learning. Any child who does not meet the criteria for ALN may require support from universal learning provision. Some children may need more support than others but it is important to note that universal learning provision is available to all children who attend Brynhyfryd Primary School.

Please access the link below to see what universal learning provision looks like at Brynhyfryd Primary School.

At Brynhyfryd Primary School we believe that supporting learners with ALN is a shared responsibility across education, health and other services. ''ALN is everyone's business" - Welsh Additional Learning Needs and Educational Tribunal (ALNET) Act.

To support this inclusive approach we have an inclusion and ALN team within our school. This team aims to ensure that every child achieves, regardless of the challenges that they face. They also promote independence and skills associated with growing up to become a healthy and confident individual.

Meet the inclusion team:

Phase Leader & ALNCO - Mrs Vikki Jones

Pastoral Support - Mrs Deborah Baker (HLTA) & Mrs Natalie Williams

Language, Literacy and Communication Intervention Lead - Mrs Andrea Lewis

5-11's Intervention and Alternative Provision Team - Miss Olivia Melville Jones (HLTA), Miss Julie Morris (HLTA) & Miss Sarah Jenkins

ASD Champion - Miss Julie Morris