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Transfer to a new phase of education

IPSEA has had a number of calls in recent weeks from parents who are still waiting for phase transfer annual reviews to be completed
EHC Plan Masterclass - Existing plans - 11 May

From looking at the information a plan should contain, through to how to achieve that through annual reviews, re-assessments and appeals to the SEND Tribunal, this training day will help you navigate the system, supporting you to make informed and positive decisions regarding your child’s education.
LB Enfield v NH and another (SEN) [2019] UKUT 1 (AAC)

A party can only be barred from a hearing by a judge or registrar, not by Tribunal administrative staff. When considering whether to enforce an automatic barring order, the Tribunal must still give consideration to the overriding objective.
R v Chair of Governors and Headteacher of A and S school ex parte T [2000] ELR 274

When a parent requests a school (of one of the types set out in s. 38(3) CAFA 2014), the ultimate decision to name the school rests with the home local authority. Even if the school and the local authority in which the school is located object, they can be overruled.

How long are the training days?

These are generally run from 10am until 3.30pm to make them as parent-friendly as possible.
Would you consider coming to my area?

If you feel there would be an audience of around 30 who would attend one of our training days in your area, please contact us at [email protected]
Will you be coming to my area?

We run a programme of events across England and try to visit most regions/areas as often as we can.
Why do you run IPSEA parent training days?

Part of our charitable remit is to train parents in the law.
What are your Legal updates?

If you want to keep up to date with all the news in the SEND field, you can subscribe to IPSEA's legal updates as part of your online training.
Do you circulate the answers for online training?

Because our training brings in a significant amount of funds to IPSEA as a charity and goes towards funding out helpline and tribunal support service, we’re unable to circulate the answers for our training.
Is there a guide on using the online training platform?

Yes, as part of your enrolment, you will be enrolled on our quick guide to using our training portal.
How long do I have to complete my online training?

You have six months to complete your training from the day you enrol (18 months if you have purchased out combined training of Levels 1-3).
I have forgotten my password on the portal, how do I retrieve it?

Retrieval details are listed below (click the arrow button on the right to expand).
Is there any support during my online training?

Technical support is provided during your training by an in app messaging service, or via the email [email protected]

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