EHCP Application
& Appeal Support
EHCP Support From Application to Tribunal
The EHCP process can feel like a moving target: tight deadlines, shifting goalposts, and paperwork that seems designed to exhaust families before anything changes. Whether you’re just starting an application, staring at a draft that doesn’t reflect your child, or preparing for mediation or tribunal, the common problem is the same, decisions get made on the quality of evidence and the clarity of what you ask for.
Nellie Supports provides structured, professional EHCP support across England and Wales — from the initial request for an assessment through to tribunal preparation. We help families present their child’s needs in a way that is clear, defensible, and difficult for a Local Authority to sidestep.
Our work is delivered by a multidisciplinary SEND team, including SEN caseworkers and SEND professionals, with qualified social work expertise involved where social care duties, wider functioning, or joined-up care planning need to be evidenced.
How We Help With EHCP Appeals
Support at Every Stage of the EHCP Journey
Some families come to us at the very beginning, before an assessment request is submitted. Others arrive much later, after months (or years) of delays, vague wording, and plans that don’t translate into real support.
Wherever you are in the process, our job is to reduce noise and increase impact: get the evidence organised, tighten the language, identify what’s missing, and set out what lawful, specific provision should look like.
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That might mean helping you submit an EHCP assessment request that is properly supported with records and professional evidence. It might mean reviewing a draft EHCP with a forensic eye, checking for vague or non-quantified provision, omissions, or wording that leaves too much wiggle room. Or it might mean preparing you for the next step when the Local Authority says “no”, refuses changes, or drags the process out.
When Things Become Disputed
Disputes don’t always start at tribunal. They often start earlier, in draft stage, after an inadequate plan, or when key needs are minimised.
We support families through the formal dispute stages too, including mediation preparation and tribunal-ready evidence support, so your case is grounded, structured, and consistent from the first document to the final submission.
We’re not here to create drama. We’re here to create leverage, with clear written submissions, properly organised evidence, and professional case strategy built around the EHCP framework and statutory duties.
Ongoing Case Support When You Need Someone to Hold the Thread
Some families don’t just need a “one-off fix”. They need someone to hold the thread across months of meetings, shifting professionals, and repeated promises that don’t turn into provision.
Where appropriate, we also provide ongoing case management-style support so you’re not rebuilding the story from scratch every time, and so actions agreed on paper actually get followed through.
A Clear, Parent-First Approach
Families come to us because they want straight answers, no jargon, and a plan that makes sense. We explain what matters, what doesn’t, what the deadlines mean, and what your best next move is, without judgement and without fluff.
If you’re not sure where you are in the EHCP process, start with a short call and we’ll tell you exactly what stage you’re in and what will move things forward.
Why Choose Nellie Supports?
Choosing the right professionals to assess mental capacity is vital. At Nellie Supports, we combine expertise, empathy, and efficiency to make the process as smooth as possible. Our multidisciplinary team includes registered social workers, nurses, and specialists who bring decades of combined experience in capacity law and practice. Every assessment is conducted with compassion and clarity, always tailored to the person’s unique circumstances.
Experience peace of mind with our comprehensive social work services at Nellie Supports. Our team of registered and experienced professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. From mental capacity assessments to a wide range of social work services—such as EHCP appeals, life expectancy reports, and ongoing consultancy—our experts ensure accurate evaluations, personalised guidance, and the highest standards of practice.
We understand how important these decisions are, whether you’re planning for the future or responding to urgent legal requirements. That’s why our reports are consistently prepared to the highest standards, fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and accepted by courts and solicitors across England and Wales.
With a 4.9-star rating from clients nationwide, prompt response times, and a commitment to clear communication at every step, Nellie Supports is trusted by families, deputies, and professionals alike.
