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 […]