School Support Letter — ADHD (Wales) | ALN Act 2018 | Two Versions

Two professionally drafted school support letters for parents of 

children with ADHD in Wales — in one document. Written by a Senior 

Clinical Psychologist.

Version B (Collaborative) — recommended for most families. 

Child-first structure, warm and appreciative tone, legal framework 

included near the end for reference. Opens the conversation without 

putting school on the defensive.

Version A (Firm) — for when the collaborative approach hasn't 

worked. Opens with legal duties, formal language throughout. Use 

when you need the school to take you seriously and you know 

your rights.

Both versions include:

- How ADHD affects my child — pre-filled with realistic examples 

 to adapt (attention, organisation, emotional regulation)

- Evidence-based adjustments requested — including regulation 

 coaching with link to free resources

- Formal IDP request (ALN Act 2018)

- ALNCo contact details table

- Enclosures checklist

- Guidance note on how to complete and send

References: ALN Act 2018 · SNAP Cymru · Equality Act 2010 · 

JCQ access arrangements

Delivered as an editable Word document (.docx). Compatible with 

Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and Apple Pages. No branding on the 

letter itself — it is yours to send.

Created by Dr John Connolly, Senior Clinical Psychologist 

(HCPC PYL34767). theadhdfamilyguide.com