Quotes from the IPSEA Parent Survey

• “My IPSEA volunteer is still assisting me, but so far just knowing that you have someone to talk to and to reassure you that you are not going mad, and that you have a legitimate case, is worth millions”
• “The IPSEA volunteer was very helpful. They were sympathetic without being patronising and gave good sound advice on how to approach the school and teachers”
• “What can I say, hugely supportive, excellent advice and took a great deal of the burden, leading me in the right direction, giving me the tools to actively deal with problems as they arose, especially when things seemed impossible. I have learnt so much from everyone at IPSEA. We are now feeling more confident moving forward, certain in the knowledge we are doing the right thing. No longer being fobbed off or obstructed by the LA.”
• “We feel we have done the very best we can with the wonderful IPSEA support. Our grand-daughter's case will be presented in a manner that is more detailed and professional, giving our grand-daughter the best possible chance of obtaining the specialist help so desperately needed”.
• “Fantastic service, very helpful. Only organisation I've found that offers impartial advice but is also prepared to advise parents of their rights and best practices”
• “IPSEA provide a lifeline for parents like me who feel beaten by the system and can not access our legal rights because we do not have the money to secure them for our children”
• “Very professional and packs a stronger punch than NAS”
• “Quite honestly I couldn’t thank IPSEA enough. The professionalism, kindness, humour, emotional support and information given to us has been invaluable. They have kept me focused and on track.”
• “IPSEA gives you the confidence to deal with people who can be scary and intimidating”
• “Friendly people who give quality independent advice”
• “I had been in contact with them before (on the advice of a friend) and found their help invaluable when preparing to go to tribunal”