Introduction
Sometimes there are disagreements between the local authority (LA) and parent carers or young people over decisions made about special educational needs and disability (SEND) issues. We always recommend you ask for a meeting with a LA representative to discuss why you are unhappy with a decision they have made.
See what to do if you disagree with a decision for more information.
In cases where issues cannot be resolved and agreement is not reached between you and the Local Authority (LA), there are 2 other routes you can consider:
- mediation
- appealing to the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Tribunal (SENDIST)