Children with Additional Support Needs in Scotland Face Harmful Delays in Occupational Therapy

In the 2024/25 academic year, the overall attendance rate for children with Additional Support Needs (ASN) in Scotland was 88.2%, compared to 92.9% for pupils without ASN. With more inclusive practices in mainstream schools, driven by occupational therapists, this gap could be reduced – according to The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT). According to RCOT members in Scotland, the top benefits and improvements of getting the right support from occupational therapists at the […]