SEN Parent Power: Navigating the EHCP Process

This lecture introduces the first level of help available to children who are struggling in school. We’ll look at what SEN Support means, the role of the SENCO, and the responsibilities schools have to put provision in place.

Here, we’ll dive into SEN Plans, sometimes called Individual Learning Plans or Pupil Passports. You’ll learn what a good plan should contain, how it is written, and the importance of involving both parents and children in the process. We’ll also explore how to make sure a plan is specific and actionable rather than vague.

It can be incredibly frustrating when schools say a child does not need SEN Support. Often, parents hear reasons such as “they’re not behind enough,” “they don’t have a diagnosis,” or “let’s wait and see.” This lecture walks you through what to do if that happens.

Schools don’t always deliver SEN Support properly, and these mistakes can have long-lasting effects. This guide highlights the most common mistakes, from vague targets to inconsistent reviews, and explains how parents can spot them quickly. It also offers advice on how to challenge these mistakes constructively. By the end, you will know the key warning signs to watch for and how to make sure your child’s support is delivered effectively.

This companion guide explains in detail how to fill out the tracker, how to link evidence, and how to keep your records organised. It also provides practical tips for parents, such as trusting your instincts, documenting everything, and keeping communication polite but firm. By the end, you’ll feel confident in managing the tracker and using it to strengthen your advocacy.

This guide helps parents understand what qualifies as a “need” in the EHCP process. It explains how everyday adaptations parents make at home can be evidence of unmet needs, and how behaviours often point to deeper issues. The guide introduces the four areas of need set out in law and shows how to structure evidence clearly. By the end, you’ll know how to describe your child’s needs in a way that is both accurate and persuasive.

This lecture helps parents and carers gain a clear understanding of the different professionals who may be involved in their child’s EHCP assessment and support journey. It explains the role of each type of professional, what they can and cannot do, and how their input influences the EHCP.

This guide provides examples of inclusive provisions you can request, from practical classroom adjustments to specialist interventions. It explains how to check whether a provision is realistic, evidence-based, and specific enough to be useful.

This lecture provides clear red flags that indicate SEN Support is no longer sufficient. We’ll explore academic, behavioural, and emotional signs, as well as issues like masking, exclusions, and part-time timetables. We’ll also explain how to gather the right evidence before making an application. By the end, you will be able to recognise when an EHCP is the logical next step and how to prepare for it.

This guide walks you step by step through the application process. It explains how to find the right forms, what information to include, and how to complete each section effectively. We will cover how to write about your child’s strengths and difficulties, describe the support already tried, and explain why this is not enough. The lecture also shows how to submit your request and follow up with the local authority. By the end, you will know exactly how to prepare and submit a strong request for assessment.

When applying for an EHCP, organisation is everything. This lecture introduces a checklist you can use to make sure your application is complete. It covers gathering school evidence, professional reports, parental observations, and letters of concern. You will learn how to check for gaps, prepare a parental statement, and ensure your application is well-documented. By the end, you will have a clear checklist to follow so nothing is left out of your request.

Once your evidence is collected, you need to check it carefully. This lecture introduces a template for reviewing all professional reports and making sure each identified need is linked to a provision. We’ll show you how to use this tool to cross-check draft EHCPs and challenge anything that is missing. By the end, you will know how to make sure every need and provision is represented in the final plan.

This lecture provides a clear breakdown of the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process from start to finish. It covers each key stage in the timeline, including how to request an assessment, what happens during the assessment period, the drafting and issuing of the final plan, and the legal timeframes the Local Authority must follow.

This lecture provides a comprehensive breakdown of every section of the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), explaining what each part means, why it matters, and how to ensure the content is accurate, specific, and legally enforceable.

This lecture is designed to help parents and carers understand how to strengthen the wording of their child’s EHCP during the draft stage. It explains why the language used in the plan is so important and how vague or unclear wording can lead to needs being missed or support not being delivered.

This lecture explores how trauma, especially when experienced in school environments, can deeply affect children with special educational needs. It guides parents in recognising trauma-related behaviours and reframing them within the EHCP and Tribunal process.

Parents often face resistance from schools or local authorities who try to delay or minimise support. This lecture explores why this happens, the tactics commonly used, and how to respond strategically. We’ll cover gatekeeping, vague wording in reports, delays, and pressure to sign plans quickly. You will also learn practical strategies such as keeping everything in writing, citing the law, and building a clear evidence trail. By the end, you will feel more prepared to handle pushback without losing momentum.

Strong communication can make all the difference. This lecture shows you how to write clear emails, prepare for meetings, and use assertive language without being confrontational. You will also learn how to cite the law, use the SEND Code of Practice, and even refer to the Noddy Guide to strengthen your case. By the end, you will know how to communicate effectively so your concerns are taken seriously.

This guide provides a detailed and accessible summary of the legal rights available to parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Drawing on key legislation including the Children and Families Act 2014, Equality Act 2010, Education Act 1996, and the Children Act 1989, this resource is designed to help families understand what they are legally entitled to throughout the SEN and EHCP journey.

This session provides parents with a powerful strategy to use the time between submitting a Tribunal appeal and the hearing itself. Rather than waiting passively, this guide teaches you how to gather targeted, legally useful evidence that not only supports your child’s needs but exposes weaknesses in the Local Authority’s (LA) case.

In this lecture we’ll focus on the working document, which is one of the most important parts of the Tribunal process. Many parents don’t realise just how powerful this document is – it can often be the key to securing the right support for your child without even reaching a full hearing.

In this lecture we’ll walk you through what happens on the day of a SEND Tribunal so you feel calm, prepared, and confident. Many parents worry that tribunal will feel like a court case, but the process is designed to be accessible and supportive. The panel want to understand your child’s needs, not intimidate you.

In this lecture we’ll focus on how to get yourself ready for tribunal day, both practically and mentally. Preparing properly makes a huge difference - it helps you stay calm, organised, and confident so you can present your case clearly.