Moving council area with additional support needs in Scotland
Before moving between Scottish council areas, gather current plans and assessments and contact both authorities so support information can transfer and responsibilities are clear.
Scotland uses the Additional Support for Learning framework. A Co-ordinated Support Plan (CSP) is not the Scottish equivalent of an EHCP for every learner; it has specific statutory criteria.
Take your own documents
Keep copies of CSP or other plans, assessments, professional reports and recent review records.
Contact the new education authority
Explain the move date, new school arrangements and current support. Ask what assessment or planning steps it will take.
Track continuity
Record any gap in support and raise it promptly with the responsible authority.
Official and authoritative sources
Scottish Government — Supporting Children’s Learning Code of Practice (2026)
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