Pupils identified as having Additional Learning Needs are given extra support within the classroom situation, or by being withdrawn for specific intervention by a trained Teaching Assistant. The teacher in the school who has responsibility for this area is Ms Adele Gregory (ALNCO). The role has changed considerably over the last few years and, as a result, the school has developed an ALN team which comprises the Head teacher and an experienced previous ALNCO [Mrs Emma Jones]. They all work collaboratively and with each Teaching Assistant to ensure the smooth running of ALN here at Frongoch.  One member of the Governing Body has a special role in Additional Learning Needs. Parents are kept informed of developments and will be invited into school to meet with the school’s ALNCO team and/or child’s class teacher to review progress.

Pupils on the Additional Learning Needs register may have an Individual Development Plan [IDP]. This will describe the learner’s ALN and set out what support will be given to help them learn.

Statement of Intent

The School is opposed to all forms of sexism, racism, xenophobia and homophobia, including those forms that are directed towards religious groups and communities, and against travellers, refugees and asylum seekers. We respect the religious beliefs and practices of all members of staff, pupils and parents, and comply with all reasonable requests relating to religious observance and practice.

We believe that all children and adults associated with the school have an entitlement to access all opportunities the school provides, irrespective of race, gender, creed, ability or nationality.

Aims

The aims of Equal Opportunities at Ysgol Frongoch are to:

-Ensure that an inclusive ethos is established and maintained;

-Ensure that all pupils and staff are encouraged to reach their full potential;

-Protect the rights of all pupils and staff, parents, governors and visitors to the school;

-Ensure that the School is a place where everyone - irrespective of their race, age, language, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, size, religious or political beliefs, ethnic or national origin, previous occupation or disability - feels welcomed and valued;

-Prepare pupils for the challenges, choices and responsibilities of living in a diverse society;

-Empower pupils to participate in their communities as active citizens who take responsibility for themselves and each other;

-Foster and encourage positive attitudes and behaviour towards members of the community whose race, sexuality or ability is different from their own.

The Governing Body is responsible for monitoring and reviewing this policy.

The school has updated its Strategic Equality Plan and amendments to the building have included ensuring ramped access to fire doors are in place.

The school is committed to the ALN reform bill and further details about the ALN reform bill will be added to our website, www.ysgolfrongoch.com as they become available.