Question 1

What is ALN Made Simple?

Accepted Answer

ALN Made Simple is a practical toolkit and resource hub designed to help school staff make ALN decision-making and support planning clearer, faster, and more consistent—while keeping things person-centred and realistic for day-to-day school life.

Question 2

Who is ALN Made Simple for?

Accepted Answer

It's built mainly for ALNCos and school staff in Wales, but many tools and resources will still be useful for educators outside Wales who want structured, inclusive approaches to identifying needs and planning support.

Question 3

Do I need to be an ALNCo to use it?

Accepted Answer

No. Teachers, TAs, pastoral teams, and senior leaders can use the tools to strengthen Inclusive Practice → ALP, improve consistency, and support conversations about need.

Question 4

Are you affiliated with a Local Authority or the Welsh Government?

Accepted Answer

No. ALN Made Simple is an independent project and is not affiliated with any Local Authority or the Welsh Government. Although I work professionally as a Local Authority ALN advisory teacher, ALN Made Simple is created in a personal capacity to support schools with practical tools and resources. The content is designed to be helpful and aligned with good practice, but it does not represent Local Authority policy or formal statutory advice.

Question 5

Do I need an account to use the site?

Accepted Answer

Many tools and resources can be accessed without an account (depending on what's currently live). Some features—like saving work, accessing member content, or premium libraries—may require sign-in.

Question 6

Can I use ALN Made Simple on my phone or tablet?

Accepted Answer

Not currently. ALN Made Simple is designed for laptop/desktop use because most tools involve longer tasks that aren't well suited to smaller screens. Also, many tools save your progress in your browser's local storage, so you'll need to use the same laptop/desktop if you want to return and continue where you left off. If you switch devices, make sure you export your completed work and save it to your files.

Question 7

Is there a Welsh-language version?

Accepted Answer

Some resources may be available bilingually over time. If Welsh-language access is essential for your setting, you can still use the tools to structure your thinking and then translate/adapt locally.

Question 8

What kinds of tools are included?

Accepted Answer

Tools are designed to help you do practical jobs quicker, such as: identifying needs, writing clear descriptions of need, building outcomes, generating "How best to support" strategies, planning provision, and creating person-centred learner profiles.

Question 9

Are the tools meant to replace professional judgement?

Accepted Answer

No. Tools are there to support clarity and consistency—not replace your judgement or your setting's processes. You should always apply context, evidence, and professional oversight.

Question 10

Are the tools aligned with Inclusive Practice → ALP?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The approach is: strengthen Inclusive Practice first, then plan ALP when needs are longer-term, additional, or significantly different from what is generally available.

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What is ALN Made Simple?

Who is ALN Made Simple for?

Do I need to be an ALNCo to use it?

Are you affiliated with a Local Authority or the Welsh Government?

Do I need an account to use the site?

Can I use ALN Made Simple on my phone or tablet?

Is there a Welsh-language version?

What kinds of tools are included?

Are the tools meant to replace professional judgement?

Are the tools aligned with Inclusive Practice → ALP?

Can I copy and paste outputs into an IDP?

Do you provide templates (e.g., questionnaires, meeting prompts)?

Do you cover specific areas of need (e.g., ASD, ADHD, literacy)?

Can I request a new tool or resource?

How often do you add new features?

Is the site person-centred?

Does ALN Made Simple write IDPs for me?

Can it help with writing clearer descriptions of need?

Can it help me write better outcomes?

Does it include examples that feel like real school scenarios?

Can I enter pupil names or identifying details into the tools?

Is ALN Made Simple GDPR compliant?

Do you store what I type into the tools?

Can I use the site for safeguarding or high-risk situations?

Does the site share any data with third parties?

What is the "Pro (AI)" tier?

Is AI always correct?

Will AI use my input to train models?

Can the AI give legal advice about the ALN Act/Code?

Is there a free tier?

What's the difference between Free, Premium, and Pro (AI)?

Are Premium and Pro (AI) available yet?

How do I register interest for Premium/Pro (AI)?

What payment methods will you support?

Can my school pay by invoice?

Can I cancel anytime?

Do you offer refunds?

Can I share resources with colleagues?

Can I use outputs in reports, IDPs, or meeting notes?

Can I use ALN Made Simple for training staff?

Does this replace LA guidance or Educational Psychologist advice?

Do you offer training for new users?

The tool isn't loading—what should I try first?

I'm seeing a "locked" message—what does that mean?

Can I suggest improvements or report a bug?

Is the site accessible?

How can I contact you?