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Education health care plans

Find out more information about the education health care plan (EHCP) process

It is recommended that you speak to your child's SENDCO to discuss the ECHP pathway.

  • What is an EHCP?

  • Request an EHC needs assessment

  • Statutory assessment process

  • Challenging decisions

  • Independent advice

  • Annual review

  • Choosing a school for a child with SEND

  • Home to school transport
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