In education there is a tendency to use acronyms when sharing both written and verbal feedback.
The list below has been created to explain some of the more common terms.
| ASN | Additional Support Needs |
| CSP | Coordinated Support Plan |
| DHT | Depute Head Teacher |
| EAL | English as an Additional Language |
| ELC | Early Learning & Childcare |
| FSM | Free School Meals |
| GIRFEC | Getting it Right for Every Child |
| HMIE | Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education |
| HT | Head Teacher |
| IEP | Individual Education Plan |
| LAC | Looked After Child |
| PEF | Pupil Equity Fund |
| PT | Principal Teacher |
| PVG | Protection of Vulnerable Groups |
| QIO | Quality Improvement Officer |
| SHANNARI | Safe, Healthy, Achieving, Nurtured, Active, Respected, Responsible, Included |
If we have missed any ‘jargon’ that you would like added then please use the comments section to email your suggestions and we will add them to the list.