SEND Tribunal Hints and Tips (parents and carers)

Refusal to assess
Refusal to issue a plan
Appeals against the contents of an EHC plan
Appeals against the school named in the plan

Please note, the training relates to the law as it applies in England.

Cost

£49 for parents and carers

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IPSEA update on COVID-19, school closures and SEN provision

IPSEA has put together a list of FAQs on the how the COVID-19 measures will affect children and young people with special educational needs (“SEN”).
Coronavirus: Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (“LGSCO”) complaints and local area SEND inspections suspended

The LGSCO, Ofsted and CQC have temporarily reduced some of their routine operations due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
SEND Tribunal – Update for volunteers, parents and carers

IPSEA has prepared an update on how the SEND Tribunal is operating during the COVID-19 pandemic, including tips regarding remote hearings.
One small step for tackling the coronavirus pandemic, one giant leap backwards for children and young people with SEND?

IPSEA is very concerned about the temporary changes introduced by government which significantly dilute the responsibilities of local authorities towards children and young people with special educational needs and EHC plans.

EHC Plan Masterclass 2 - Existing plans (parent or carer)

Aimed at parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), this one-day training has been developed as a guide for parents who already have an EHC Plan in place for their child.
EHC Plan Masterclass 1 - Obtaining a plan (parent or carer)

Aimed at parents and carers of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), this one-day training has been developed to guide you through the process to obtaining an EHC Plan.
Further SEND Law (parents and carers)

Our one day training is designed specifically for parents, carers and supporting family members who wish to build on their learning from our ‘Introduction to SEND Law’ training day, or who already have a basic understanding of the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) legal framework.
Introduction to SEND Law (parents and carers)

Our one day training is designed specifically for parents, carers and supporting family members, providing you with an introduction to the law on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and empowering you to secure the right education for your child.

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