Your quick route through ALN processes—on one page.
Free single-page guides that show the process to follow for key ALN tasks—what's statutory, what's best practice, and what to do next (ALN Code for Wales aligned).
Clear Pathways
Each kit sets out the process in plain steps, so you can move forward with confidence—especially when you're juggling ten other things.
Statutory Made Simple
Quick reminders of the must-do tasks and key timeframes, so nothing important slips—without you having to dig back through guidance.
Best Practice Included
Practical tips and "things to consider" that make the process smoother, more person-centred, and easier for staff and families.
Ready When You Are
Open, scan, follow. Perfect for busy ALNCos, teachers and TAs who just need a clear route through the task—fast.
Browse Starter Kits.
Decide ALN Status
A one-page guide to deciding whether a learner has ALN, setting out the process to follow, evidence to consider, and key statutory steps.
What's Included:
- One-page decision flow
- Evidence and voice checklists
- Statutory tasks highlighted
- Example decision records
- Best-practice tips
ALN Determination: 35 School Days
A clear overview of what must happen during the 35 school-day ALN determination period, helping schools pace actions and meet expectations.
What's Included:
- One-page timeline flow
- Action-by-day checklist
- Statutory deadlines explained
- Example records
- Best-practice tips
School or LA: Who Is Responsible?
Clarifies when decisions and provision sit with the school and when the Local Authority must be involved, using clear triggers and examples.
What's Included:
- One-page responsibility flow
- Decision trigger checklist
- Statutory duties clarified
- Example scenarios
- Best-practice tips
Draft an IDP Fast
Write a clear, person-centred IDP with confidence, using simple steps for each section and checks aligned to the ALN Code for Wales.
What's Included:
- One-page IDP flow
- Section-by-section checklists
- Statutory content made clear
- Example sections
- Best-practice tips
What Must Be Included in an IDP
A focused guide to the required content of an IDP, helping you check nothing essential is missing before sharing or finalising.
What's Included:
- One-page content map
- Required elements checklist
- Statutory requirements explained
- Example wording
- Best-practice tips
Writing Clear Intended Outcomes
Support meaningful progress by writing clear, person-centred outcomes that link needs, provision, and aspirations.
What's Included:
- One-page outcome-writing flow
- Outcome quality checklist
- Statutory expectations clarified
- Example outcomes
- Best-practice tips
Review an IDP
A simple guide to planning and completing an IDP review, focusing on progress, updated outcomes, and what needs to happen next.
What's Included:
- One-page review flow
- Preparation and meeting checklists
- Statutory review requirements
- Example review outcomes
- Best-practice tips
What Changes at Review (and What Doesn't)
Clarifies which parts of an IDP can change at review and which must remain stable, helping avoid unnecessary or unlawful changes.
What's Included:
- One-page change map
- Review decision checklist
- Statutory safeguards explained
- Example scenarios
- Best-practice tips
After the Review: What Happens Next
Supports clear follow-through after a review, ensuring decisions are recorded, shared, and acted on appropriately.
What's Included:
- One-page next-steps flow
- Post-review checklist
- Statutory notices explained
- Example actions
- Best-practice tips
Respond to an Early Review Request
Know exactly what to do when a parent or young person requests an early review, including timescales, decisions, and how to record them.
What's Included:
- One-page response flow
- Request and triage checklist
- Statutory timescales
- Example responses
- Best-practice tips
When an Early Review Is Required
Clarifies when an early review must take place and when it may not be required, supporting confident, lawful decision-making.
What's Included:
- One-page decision flow
- Review trigger checklist
- Statutory duties explained
- Example situations
- Best-practice tips
Cease an IDP Lawfully
A clear route through the process of ceasing an IDP, ensuring decisions are evidence-led, lawful, and followed by appropriate Inclusive Practice.
What's Included:
- One-page decision flow
- Ceasing checklist
- Statutory notices and steps
- Example cease wording
- Best-practice tips
What Must Happen Before an IDP Is Ceased
Supports careful decision-making by setting out the checks and evidence needed before an IDP can be lawfully ended.
What's Included:
- One-page pre-cease flow
- Evidence readiness checklist
- Statutory safeguards
- Example considerations
- Best-practice tips
After an IDP Is Ceased
Guides schools through next steps once an IDP ends, ensuring continuity through Inclusive Practice and clear communication.
What's Included:
- One-page handover flow
- Inclusive Practice checklist
- Statutory information duties
- Example handover notes
- Best-practice tips
Refer to the Local Authority
Understand when and how to involve the Local Authority, with a clear process for making strong, evidence-based referrals.
What's Included:
- One-page referral flow
- Referral readiness checklist
- Statutory triggers explained
- Example referral content
- Best-practice tips
What to Include in an LA Referral
Helps schools prepare clear, complete referral information so decisions are not delayed or returned.
What's Included:
- One-page evidence map
- Referral content checklist
- Statutory information requirements
- Example summaries
- Best-practice tips
What Happens After an LA Referral
Explains what schools should expect once a referral is made, including decisions, timescales, and next steps.
What's Included:
- One-page post-referral flow
- Decision outcome checklist
- Statutory timelines explained
- Example scenarios
- Best-practice tips
Involve Health in an IDP
A practical guide to involving Health appropriately, understanding roles, and recording health-related ALP clearly within the IDP.
What's Included:
- One-page process flow
- Referral and follow-up checklist
- Statutory duties explained
- Example health wording
- Best-practice tips
Health ALP: What Schools Can Write
Clarifies what schools can and cannot include about health provision, avoiding common errors and overreach.
What's Included:
- One-page writing guide
- Wording checklist
- Statutory boundaries explained
- Example statements
- Best-practice tips
When Health Does Not Respond
Supports next steps when Health input is delayed or absent, helping schools escalate appropriately and keep plans moving.
What's Included:
- One-page escalation flow
- Follow-up checklist
- Statutory response expectations
- Example records
- Best-practice tips
Primary to Secondary Transition
Plan and manage a smooth transition from primary to secondary school, ensuring continuity of support and clear communication for all involved.
What's Included:
- One-page transition flow
- Information-sharing checklist
- Statutory considerations
- Example pupil passport
- Best-practice tips
In-School Transition
Supports smooth transitions between classes, years, or key stages, ensuring consistency of support and staff understanding.
What's Included:
- One-page transition flow
- Handover checklist
- Statutory points to consider
- Example staff notes
- Best-practice tips
Transition with a New or Changing IDP
Guides planning when a learner transitions while an IDP is new or under review, reducing disruption and uncertainty.
What's Included:
- One-page planning flow
- Risk and readiness checklist
- Statutory duties clarified
- Example scenarios
- Best-practice tips
Resolve Disagreements
A clear overview of how to respond when disagreements arise, focusing on early resolution and maintaining positive working relationships.
What's Included:
- One-page resolution flow
- Early action checklist
- Statutory routes explained
- Example scripts
- Best-practice tips
Dispute Resolution: Formal Routes
Explains the formal disagreement and appeal routes available, helping schools provide accurate information and support.
What's Included:
- One-page pathway overview
- Formal steps checklist
- Statutory rights explained
- Example communications
- Best-practice tips
When Parents Disagree with a Decision
Supports schools to respond calmly and clearly when parents disagree, while keeping processes lawful and transparent.
What's Included:
- One-page response flow
- Communication checklist
- Statutory duties clarified
- Example responses
- Best-practice tips
Rights and Participation
A simple guide to embedding learner and parent voice in ALN processes, ensuring decisions are fair, transparent, and rights-based.
What's Included:
- One-page participation flow
- Voice and involvement checklist
- Statutory rights summary
- Example prompts
- Best-practice tips
Learner Voice in ALN Decisions
Supports meaningful involvement of learners in decisions that affect them, in age-appropriate and accessible ways.
What's Included:
- One-page voice flow
- Participation checklist
- Statutory expectations
- Example questions
- Best-practice tips
Parent Participation in ALN Processes
Clarifies how and when parents should be involved, helping schools build trust and avoid misunderstandings.
What's Included:
- One-page engagement flow
- Participation checklist
- Statutory duties explained
- Example prompts
- Best-practice tips