Preparing for Adulthood SEN Guide for Parents
Preparing for Adulthood SEN Parent Guide If your teenage child has special educational needs (SEN), you may be wondering what their path to adult life should look like and what support your family can expect from the system. In England, the legal framework provides a clear structure called “Preparing for Adulthood” (PfA), which becomes a […]
How to Get an EHCP for Further Education College in 2026
How to Get an EHCP for Further Education College in 2026 If your child has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan at school, you might wonder what happens when they move to a further education (FE) college. The process is not identical, and the rules around funding, age limits, and local authority duties change […]
Post-16 EHCP Transition Guide: College & Beyond 2026
Post-16 EHCP Transition Guide: Planning for College and Beyond (2026) As your child approaches the final years of secondary school, planning for the next stage feels both exciting and daunting. For parents of young people with an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, the post-16 transition is a formal process with clear legal steps. This […]
Common EHCP Mistakes UK | Parent Guide
Common EHCP Mistakes Parents Make and How to Avoid Them The EHCP process can feel complicated, especially when you are trying to secure the right support for your child while managing school concerns, paperwork, meetings, and deadlines. Many parents make mistakes, not because they are doing anything wrong, but because the system is difficult to […]
EHCP Support Services UK | When Parents Should Get Help
When to Seek EHCP Support Services and What to Expect The EHCP process can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to understand decisions, gather evidence, speak to schools, and advocate for your child at the same time. Many parents start the process alone and only seek support when something becomes difficult. This might be […]
Working With Schools to Support Your Child UK | SEND Parent Guide
Working With Schools to Support Your Child Effectively Working with your child’s school can make a real difference to the support they receive. For parents of children with SEND, communication with school is often one of the most important parts of the journey. When everyone works together, it becomes easier to understand your child’s needs, […]
What Happens After an EHCP Is Issued? UK Parent Guide
What Happens After an EHCP Is Issued? A Parent Guide Getting an EHCP issued can feel like a major step forward. For many families, it comes after months of meetings, evidence gathering, decisions, and sometimes appeals. But once the Education, Health and Care Plan is issued, parents often ask the same question. What happens now? […]
EHCP Annual Reviews Explained UK | Parent Guide
EHCP Annual Reviews Explained: What Parents Should Expect An EHCP should not stay the same forever. As your child grows, their needs, support, progress, and school situation may change. The annual review is the formal process used to check whether the Education, Health and Care Plan is still accurate and effective. For parents, an annual […]
EHCP Success Stories UK | Positive Outcomes for Families
EHCP Success Stories: What a Positive Outcome Can Look Like When you are going through the EHCP process, it can feel uncertain, stressful, and at times overwhelming. Many parents reach this stage after months or even years of trying to secure the right support. You may have been told that school support is enough, that […]
Supporting Anxiety in School UK | Parent Guide
Supporting Anxiety in School: What Parents Need to Know Anxiety can have a significant impact on a child’s school experience. Some children may appear quiet, withdrawn, or reluctant to take part. Others may become tearful, angry, distracted, or physically unwell before school. Anxiety can affect learning, friendships, attendance, confidence, and emotional wellbeing. For children with […]