Navigating the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system shouldn't feel like an uphill battle. We understand the frustration, confusion, and worry that comes with securing the right support for your child. That's exactly why we're here. 

Our team of experienced SEND advocates has helped hundreds of families successfully navigate tribunals, appeals, and assessments. We know the system inside and out – and more importantly, we know how to make it work for you. 

How We Can Help 

Whether you're facing your first EHCP assessment or challenging a local authority decision, we offer comprehensive support including: 

EHC Plan Appeals – Expert representation and document preparation 

Annual Review Support – Ensuring your child's evolving needs are properly captured 

Mediation Representation – Professional advocacy when negotiations get tough 

Document Preparation – Compelling evidence bundles that strengthen your case 

Strategic Guidance – Clear advice on your options and next steps 

Why Choose SEND Help You? 

Results-focused: We don't just prepare paperwork – we craft compelling cases that achieve real outcomes for your child. 

Expert knowledge: Our advocates understand both the legal framework and the practical realities of the SEND system. 

Personal approach: Every family's situation is unique. We tailor our support to your specific circumstances and goals. 

Ready to Get Started? 

You don't have to face this alone. Let our expertise work for you and take the stress out of securing your child's educational future. 

Book a free 15-minute support call today to explore your options and get expert guidance. We're here to help you find the right path forward,  whether that's our services or other resources that better fit your needs. 

What is a Parental Request for EHC Needs Assessment? 

A parental request for an EHC Needs Assessment is your formal application asking the Local Authority to assess your child for an Education, Health and Care Plan. A well-crafted request demonstrates how your child meets the legal threshold under Section 36(8) of the Children and Families Act 2014. 

Our EHCNA Request Writing Service 

Using your views and existing documentation, we will craft a comprehensive request demonstrating how your child meets the legal threshold for an EHC Needs Assessment. 

Our expertly prepared document will: 

Systematically present your child's needs across all four areas of special educational need (Communication and Interaction, Cognition and Learning, Social, Emotional and Mental Health, and Sensory and/or Physical) 

Detail the current provision in place and explain why it is insufficient to meet your child's needs 

Evidence that your child meets both parts of the legal test: that they have or may have special educational needs, and that it may be necessary for special educational provision to be made through an EHC plan 

Structure the request in a format designed to address the specific requirements that Local Authorities look for when considering assessment requests. 

Incorporate relevant information from existing reports and your observations to strengthen the application. 

Service Limitations:

Please note that this is a document-only service: 

The final document will be provided to you for submission to your Local Authority 

This service does not include follow-up support if the request is refused 

If you prefer to write the request yourself with some guidance, please consider booking a support call instead 

Need More Information? 

Are you unsure if this service meets your needs, or have specific questions? Our team is here to help.

Contact us at info@sendhelpyou.co.uk for personalised guidance on your EHCP options, or visit our resources page for useful information about writing your own EHCNA request. 

What is a Grounds of Appeal? 

A Grounds of Appeal document sets out the basis of your challenge to decisions made by your Local Authority regarding your child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). It identifies the specific aspects you are appealing and provides the legal framework for your case. 

Our Grounds of Appeal Service 

Using your supporting documentation, we will craft comprehensive Grounds of Appeal that powerfully demonstrate your child's special educational needs and the specific provisions required to address them. 

Our expertly prepared document will: 

Identify gaps where current decisions overlook your child's established needs or where further professional assessment is required 

Pinpoint missing or inadequate provisions that fail to address your child's identified needs 

Strengthen your case with relevant legislation and case law precedents 

Develop compelling arguments firmly grounded in your evidence 

Consider tribunal directions regarding the size of the evidence bundle to ensure compliance with procedural requirements 

We will prepare your complete appeal application, including completing the SEND35 form. This allows you to simply submit the finished paperwork to the First-Tier Tribunal (SENDIST) without the stress of navigating complex legal requirements. 

Types of Appeals We Handle 

1. Refusal to Assess When your Local Authority refuses to conduct an initial EHC Needs Assessment for your child. We demonstrate that your child meets the legal threshold for assessment under Section 36(8) of the Children and Families Act 2014. 

2. Refusal to Issue When your Local Authority refuses to issue an EHCP following an EHC Needs Assessment. We challenge this decision by demonstrating that your child meets the legal threshold under Section 37(1) of the Children and Families Act 2014. 

3. Refusal to Reassess When your Local Authority refuses to conduct a reassessment of your child's existing EHC needs. We present evidence of changed circumstances or emerging needs that warrant a fresh assessment. 

4. Appeal Against Contents and/or Placement Challenging specific sections of an existing EHCP, including: 

Section B: Whether the EHCP accurately describes your child's needs 

Section F: The provision required to meet those needs 

Section I: The educational placement named in the EHCP 

5. Appeal Against Cease to Maintain When your Local Authority decides to end your young person's EHCP. We demonstrate that the legal grounds for continuing the EHCP still exist, and that outcomes have not been achieved. 

Service Limitations 

Please note that this is a document-only service: 

No meetings or telephone consultations are included 

Our work is considered complete upon submission of documents to the tribunal 

Additional support or amendments once the appeal is registered with the tribunal are not included in this package 

Further work or queries after appeal registration would require separate arrangements 

Need More Information? 

Unsure which type of appeal applies to your situation, or have specific questions about your case? Our team is here to help you determine the best approach for your situation. 

Contact us at info@sendhelpyou.co.uk for personalised guidance on your EHCP appeal options. 

This service includes one hour of virtual meeting attendance plus one hour of prep, which can consist of our meeting and/or reading any relevant documents.  

Are you unsure if this service meets your needs, or if you have specific questions? Our team is here to help. Contact us at info@sendhelpyou.co.uk

Challenge Local Authority Decisions in Mediation.  

This package includes 3 hours of prep, including prep calls and documentation prep.  

Virtual attendance of 2 hours is included 

Are you unsure if this service meets your needs, or if you have specific questions? Our team is here to help. Contact us at info@sendhelpyou.co.uk 

Book a 50-minute support call for personalised advice and guidance regarding your situation. Choose between a video call on Teams or a phone call.  

School say my child is fine in school but they are struggling, what can I do?  

Does my child need a diagnosis to get help?  

What support can school to put in place?  

Should I apply for an EHC needs assessment?  

Where can I go for support?  

No question is silly, we don’t know until we know 

What is a Draft EHCP Check? 

A Draft EHCP Check is a comprehensive review of your child's draft Education, Health and Care Plan before you submit your comments to the Local Authority. This service helps ensure the plan accurately reflects your child's needs and contains legally enforceable provisions before it becomes final. 

Our Draft EHCP Check Service 

We will thoroughly review your draft EHCP and the supporting professional reports to ensure the plan is legally compliant and properly captures your child's needs and required provisions. 

Our expert review will: 

Verify EHCP compliance with paragraph 9.69 of the SEND Code of Practice (2015), focusing on legal enforceability with clear amendments where these requirements are not met 

Ensure all four 'Areas of Need' are appropriately addressed throughout the Education, Health and Care Plan 

Check that all needs identified in professional reports are accurately recorded in the correct sections of the plan 

Confirm that all provisions recommended in professional reports are properly specified and quantified in the appropriate sections. 

Evaluate whether outcomes are truly SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-Bound), providing commentary for the Local Authority where improvements are needed. 

Our service includes reviewing four standard reports.

We work to your deadline, typically completing the check at least 24 hours before your submission date to allow time for your review. 

Service Limitations 

Please note: 

The Local Authority must allow you at least 15 days to comment on the draft EHCP under Regulation 13(1) of the SEND Regulations (2014) 

While we provide expert recommendations, 'SEND Help - You' cannot guarantee that the Local Authority will accept all suggested amendments. 

This service focuses on document review only; representation at meetings with the Local Authority is not included. 

Need More Information? 

Are you unsure if this service meets your needs or have specific questions? Our team is here to help. Contact us at info@sendhelpyou.co.uk for personalised guidance on your EHCP draft check options. 

The Working Document [WD] is an important aspect of your appeal.  

The WD is a Word version of the Education, Health and Care Plan. 

The WD will be sent back and forth between parties. with amendments made using the tribunal key. There is an expectation that both parties will work together to reduce the areas in dispute leading up to the hearing.  

We will ensure that: 

All identified needs are recorded in the correct sections, with amendments made using the tribunal key and comments advising the local authority of our reasoning. We can only include needs identified in professional advice. 

Ensure that all four ‘Areas of Need’ have been used appropriately throughout the Education, Health and Care Plan WD.  

Ensure that all identified provisions are recorded in the correct section, make amendments using the tribunal key where the plan fails to specify and quantify, and add comments advising the local authority of our reasoning. We can only include provisions that are identified in professional advice. 

The package includes up to 4 reports as standard.

Additional work on further WD versions will be charged per hour.