Disagreements about Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
There are options if you are not happy with:
- a decision about an Education Health and Care needs assessment (EHCNA)
- the contents of an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
- the school or setting named in the EHCP
When any decision is made about an EHCNA or an EHCP, you will be notified in writing. The decision letter will say who you can speak to in the local authority (LA) SEND Team. Please accept the invitation to speak with a member of the team.
You can contact the team at: SENTeam@southend.gov.uk or on 01702 215246.
You can ask for a meeting to discuss the decision. You can bring someone to support you. This may be:
- a representative from your child's setting
- a professional supporting you or your child
- a family member or friend
You can also contact SENDIASS Southend for impartial information, advice and guidance. Their website has lots of useful resources.
If an issue cannot be resolved and agreement is not reached between you and the LA, you may wish to consider: