EHCP Support: From First Questions to Final Plan
Not sure whether your child needs an EHCP? Already going through an assessment? Struggling with paperwork or concerned that your child's plan doesn't reflect their needs?
I help families understand the process, organise their evidence and communicate their child's needs clearly.
Support available with:
Understanding whether an EHC needs assessment may be appropriate.
Preparing and submitting an assessment request.
Gathering and organising supporting evidence.
Completing parental contributions and Section A.
Reviewing draft EHCPs and identifying areas for clarification.
Preparing for Annual Reviews and school meetings
You don't need to know all the terminology or understand every stage before asking for help.
EHCP SUPPORT & PRICES
At Sladen Advisory, you can choose from focused EHCP services with clear fixed prices, or more comprehensive consultancy where your circumstances require greater involvement.
Whether you're preparing to request an assessment, completing your parental contribution, reviewing a draft plan or navigating an existing EHCP, you can access support at the stage where you need it.
WHERE ARE YOU IN THE EHCP PROCESS?
1. I'm not sure whether my child needs an EHCP
You may have been told your child doesn't need an EHCP, that they aren't struggling enough or that the school can meet their needs without one.
But you're still concerned.
I can help you explore:
What an EHCP is and when an EHC needs assessment may be appropriate.
The support your child currently receives and whether it is meeting their needs.
The evidence available from school, home and other professionals.
How your child's needs affect their education and everyday experiences.
The options available to you and possible next steps.
You don't need to wait until everything has reached crisis point to seek advice.
2. I want to request an EHC needs assessment
If you believe your child may need additional support through an EHCP, knowing how to make a request and what evidence to include can be difficult.
I can support you with:
Understanding the assessment request process.
Identifying and organising relevant evidence.
Reviewing school reports, assessments and existing support.
Explaining your child's needs and the impact on their education.
Preparing your parental request and supporting information.
Understanding what happens after your request is submitted.
The aim is to help you present a clear, evidence-informed picture of your child's needs.
3. My child's EHC needs assessment has been agreed
You've received confirmation that the Local Authority will carry out an assessment. Now you've been asked to provide your parental views and supporting information.
Where do you begin? How much should you write? What evidence should you include?
I can help you:
Understand what your parental contribution should cover.
Describe your child's strengths, needs and everyday experiences.
Explain the impact of their needs at home and in education.
Include your child's views, wishes and aspirations.
Identify relevant supporting evidence.
Organise your information into a clear, meaningful contribution.
Your parental contribution is an opportunity to help professionals understand the whole child, including the things that may not be visible during the school day.
4. I've received a draft EHCP and I'm unsure what to look for
Reviewing a draft EHCP can feel overwhelming, particularly when you're faced with lengthy reports, unfamiliar terminology and different sections that need to connect.
Drawing on my experience in specialist SEMH/SEND education and EHCP processes, I can help you understand your child's draft plan and identify areas that may require clarification or amendment.
Support can include:
Reviewing the draft EHCP alongside relevant professional reports.
Identifying needs that may be missing or insufficiently described.
Considering whether the provision reflects your child's identified needs.
Highlighting vague or unclear wording.
Helping you organise your comments and requested amendments.
Preparing for discussions with the Local Authority.
Practical, personalised guidance to help you understand the draft and communicate your concerns with confidence.
5. My child already has an EHCP, but I'm concerned about their support
Having an EHCP doesn't always mean everything is working as it should.
You may be concerned that provision isn't being delivered, your child's needs have changed or their current plan no longer reflects their circumstances.
I can support you with:
Understanding the provision described in your child's EHCP.
Identifying differences between the plan and what is happening in practice.
Reviewing progress, support and emerging needs.
Preparing for Annual Reviews and school meetings.
Organising evidence and documenting concerns.
Communicating with school and relevant professionals.
Identifying appropriate next steps.
EHCP SUPPORT & PRICES
At Sladen Advisory, you can choose from focused EHCP services with clear fixed prices, or more comprehensive consultancy where your circumstances require greater involvement.
Whether you're preparing to request an assessment, completing your parental contribution, reviewing a draft plan or navigating an existing EHCP, you can access support at the stage where you need it.