EOTAS in Wales – Online Parent Clinic (Learn Without Limits CIC)

Event Description

About this session

If you’re a parent or carer in Wales exploring Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS), this live online clinic offers a safe, supportive space to ask questions, learn the process, and understand what to expect.

This session is hosted by Learn Without Limits CIC, a parent-led organisation offering practical, evidence-informed guidance on the ALN system in Wales. We are not lawyers or clinicians — we are parents helping other parents navigate a complex system with clarity and confidence.

What we’ll cover

• What EOTAS is under the Additional Learning Needs & Education Tribunal (Wales) Act
• How EOTAS relates to your child’s Individual Development Plan (IDP)
• Common misconceptions (e.g. “EOTAS means no qualifications” — not true)
• What local authorities must consider when school is not working
• How to request EOTAS
• What the panel process usually looks like
• What parents can realistically expect in Wales
• Answers to your questions (live Q&A)

Who this session is for

• Parents and carers navigating ALN in Wales
• Families facing reduced timetables, school refusal, or unmet needs
• Parents preparing to attend an IDP review
• Anyone unsure about the EOTAS process and looking for practical guidance
• Young people and disabled adults are welcome too — your voice matters.

What this session is not

• We do not give legal or medical advice.
• We will not tell families what decision to make — instead, we help you understand the process so you can make informed choices.

Your host

Learn Without Limits CIC
A parent-led, not-for-profit organisation supporting ALN families in Wales.
Website: https://learnwithoutlimitscic.org/