Log of Actions Template for Irish Primary Schools
A professional Excel template for tracking SNA care needs and actions as required by Circular 0030/2014. Features dropdown menus for care categories, automatic weekly statistics, and NCSE-compliant formatting. Includes a customisable school logo placeholder and comprehensive instructions.
What's Included
- Professional Excel template with modern design
- Customisable school logo placeholder (cells A1:B5)
- Dropdown menus for 6 care need categories
- Support level selection (1-5 levels)
- Time period tracking options
- Automatic weekly entry statistics
- Conditional formatting for monitoring
- Comprehensive instructions sheet
- NCSE-compliant formatting
How to Use This Template
- 1Download the template and open in Excel or Google Sheets
- 2Replace the logo placeholder with your school logo (right-click cells A1:B5 → Insert Picture)
- 3Update the school name and student details in the header section
- 4For each action, select the care need category from the dropdown
- 5Choose the appropriate support level and time period
- 6The template automatically tracks weekly entry counts
- 7Review the Instructions sheet for detailed guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Log of Actions?
A Log of Actions is a daily recording document required under Circular 0030/2014 to track the care needs of students with additional needs and the support actions taken by school staff. It provides an audit trail of SNA support and helps demonstrate how resources are being allocated.
Is this template NCSE-compliant?
Yes, this template is designed to meet NCSE requirements with appropriate care need categories (Personal Care, Mobility, Behaviour, Health & Safety, Communication, Social Skills), support levels, and documentation format as specified in the SNA scheme guidelines.
Can I add my school logo?
Yes! The template includes a dedicated placeholder area (cells A1:B5) where you can insert your school logo. Simply right-click on the merged cell area and select Insert > Pictures to add your logo.
Will this work in Google Sheets?
Yes, the template is compatible with Google Sheets. Simply upload the Excel file to Google Drive and open with Google Sheets. Note that some advanced conditional formatting may display slightly differently.
How often should I update the Log of Actions?
The Log of Actions should be updated daily to accurately track all support actions. The template includes weekly tracking to help ensure consistent documentation throughout each school week.
Is this template free to use?
Yes, this template is completely free to download and use in your school. You can customise it with your school branding and make copies for different students or classes.
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