Occupational Therapy in Schools: EHCP Guide for Parents
Occupational Therapy in Schools: What Parents Need to Know for Their EHCP When a child has special educational needs, occupational therapy (OT) can make a real difference to their ability to learn, take part in school life, and develop everyday skills. For parents in England who are navigating the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) […]
What Happens at an EHCP Tribunal Hearing? Step-by-Step Guide
What Happens at an EHCP Tribunal Hearing? A Step-by-Step Walkthrough If you have received a local authority decision about your child’s Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan that feels wrong, you are not alone. Many parents find themselves facing a refusal to assess, a plan that does not meet their child’s needs, or a dispute […]
Building Your EHCP Appeal Evidence Pack: A Parent’s Guide
Building Your EHCP Appeal Evidence Pack: A Parent’s Guide Organising your evidence is one of the most important steps when lodging an appeal against a local authority’s decision about your child’s Education, Health and Care Plan. The SEND Tribunal is evidence-based, which means the strength of your case depends heavily on the documents and reports […]
Writing Therapy Provisions into an EHCP: Parent Tips
Writing Therapy Provisions into an EHCP: Tips for Parents When your child needs speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or physiotherapy as part of their special educational provision, getting those therapies written properly into an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan is essential. A vague or open-ended description can leave you fighting for the support […]
Mediation for EHCPs: Should You Mediate Before Tribunal?
Mediation for EHCPs: What Parents Need to Know Before Going to Tribunal When a local authority decides not to issue an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), or makes changes you disagree with, the next step is often the SEND Tribunal. But before you can lodge an appeal, you usually need to consider mediation. Mediation […]
EHCP Tribunal Appeal Process 2026: How to Appeal a Refusal
EHCP Tribunal Appeal Process 2026: How to Appeal a Refusal Receiving a refusal from your local authority regarding an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan can feel disheartening, but it is not the end of the road. In England, you have a legal right to challenge that decision through the SEND Tribunal. This guide explains […]
EHCP Parent Checklist UK | Step-by-Step Guide
EHCP Parent Checklist: What You Need at Each Stage The EHCP process can feel easier to manage when you know what to prepare and when. Many parents find the process stressful because there are forms, reports, meetings, deadlines, and decisions to keep track of. A clear checklist can help you stay organised and make sure […]
How to Request a Speech and Language Therapy Assessment at School
How to Request a Speech and Language Therapy Assessment at School If you are worried about your child’s speech, language, or communication skills at school, you are not alone. Many parents notice that their child struggles to follow instructions, find the right words, or join in conversations with classmates. A speech and language therapy assessment […]
Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy in an EHCP
Getting Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy in Your Child’s EHCP If your child needs occupational therapy (OT) or speech and language therapy (SALT) to make progress at school, getting those therapies written into an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) can be the difference between vague recommendations and legally enforceable support. Many parents find that […]
Apprenticeships and EHCPs: Parent Guide to Post-16 Options
Apprenticeships and EHCPs: A Parent’s Guide to Post-16 Options As your child approaches the end of school, thinking about what comes next can feel both exciting and uncertain, especially when an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is in place. Many parents assume that university or college are the only routes after year 11, but […]