The ASL Faculty

At Meldrum Academy, we believe that every young person deserves the chance to thrive, no matter what challenges they may face. Our Additional Support for Learning (ASL) team is here to make sure that all young people get the support they need to feel included, confident and ready to succeed—both in school and in life beyond the classroom. We work closely with young people, families, and staff from the very start of your journey with us—even before you arrive in S1. We spend time getting to know you and what helps you learn best, so we can make sure those supports are in place from day one. We also share this information with your teachers to help them understand how to support you in class. Our team is made up of specialist teachers and Pupil Support Assistants (PSAs), and we work in lots of different ways—from offering one-to-one or small group support, to helping all teachers build their knowledge and skills to support every learner. We’re also developing more training for staff in areas like ADHD, trauma-informed approaches, and assistive technology, so we can continue improving how we meet everyone’s needs. We’re really proud of the support available through our Connections area, which offers a calm, supportive space for targeted help. We also offer exciting learning opportunities like the Dynamic Youth Award, Grow and Learn, Bike Maintenance and our Community Café project—designed to help you build practical skills, confidence and a real sense of achievement. You’ll always find that we put our young people at the heart of what we do. We listen to your voice, value your ideas, and want to make sure you feel safe, respected, and supported throughout your time at Meldrum Academy. Our goal is simple: to help every young person become a successful learner, confident individual, responsible citizen and effective contributor. We believe in your potential—and we’re here to help you realise it.