EHCP

An Educational Psychologist shortage is not, by itself, a lawful reason to miss your child’s EHCP deadlines. The High Court has said so, twice; therefore, you should not be forced into paying privately because the Local Authority has not arranged its own advice in time.

A recent Supreme Court decision involving the Attorney General for Northern Ireland, often referred to as the AGNI decision, has significantly changed the legal test used to determine whether a person is deprived of their liberty.

The local authority has made a decision about your child's EHCP. You think the plan does not properly reflect their needs, especially around social care, daily support, or provision beyond the school day. This guide explains when an independent social work report can help your appeal, what it should cover, and when you may need wider SEND Tribunal preparation and representation. Key statistics 99% of SEND appeals decided by the tribunal were in favour of the appellant in 2024

If you have ever opened an Education, Health and Care Plan and found phrases like “support as required,” “access to support,” “opportunities for,” or “where appropriate,” you already know the problem.