Why pay for help?
There are many reasons to pay for support to guide you through the complex processes involved on locating necessary SEND support, but just a few include:
1. Securing appropriate support and placements for your child
2. Stress reduction for everyone
3. Having the advice and support from someone who has worked within the system, without the daunting language and unnecessary high costs of solicitors
4. Continued advocacy support, if needed as process moves on
Service offered
As every child and young person is different, so is every case. I look at every case individually and discuss what actions I believe may be helpful to every circumstance.
I offer a free 20 min telephone or online chat to see if I can help you move things on. Below is a pricing of services, can fluctuate depending on need.
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Before the EHCP
Initial Guidance & Advice – explaining the EHCP process step by step in plain language and advising on what is needed to progress. £100
Application Support – helping you prepare and submit a strong, well-evidenced request for assessment. £200
Gathering Evidence – advising on the kind of reports and information that strengthen your case, and reviewing them. £200
During the EHCP
Review & Feedback – reading draft EHCPs with appendices and suggesting improvements to make them clear, specific, and child-centred. £300
Annual Review Support – preparing with you, to ensure your child’s needs are properly represented. £200
Meeting Preparation – coaching you on what to expect, what questions to ask, and how to stay confident. £200
Advocacy at Meetings – joining you at school or local authority meetings to make sure your voice is heard. £650
Mediation & Dispute Resolution – using my skills to help resolve disagreements in a constructive way with LA. £350 per half day.
After the EHCP
Transition Planning – guiding families through phased transfers, such as moving from primary to secondary or into post-16 education. £250
Appeals & Tribunal Guidance – Non legal advising on your options if you need to challenge decisions, and helping you prepare your case. £400
Ongoing Support – being a consistent point of contact so you feel supported beyond the paperwork. This includes making phone calls on your behalf or drafting emails and letters for you. £100 per hour