Tag #Learning Disorders

What are the most significant implications of the near-600% increase in pupils with additional support needs (ASN) in Scottish schools over the past decade?

In Scotland, the number of pupils diagnosed with additional support needs (ASN) has increased nearly sixfold in the last decade, rising from 7% to over 40% of the student population. This dramatic rise includes a 303% increase in communication support needs and a 240% increase in autism spectrum disorder diagnoses.