The Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan
In this section you will find useful information on (EHC) Plans and related information including how to request an EHCP and how to appeal a decision.
Learn moreFind support for children and young people with SEND in education, and learn how support works and where to get help.
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Education settings
SEND support in education
Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Getting help and advice
You can find information about different types of education settings for children and young people with SEND.
This includes:
Educational settings for Children and Young People with SEND (0 to 25 years)
Independent SEND Settings approved by the Department for Education
These pages can help you understand what options are available and choose the right setting.
All education settings must support children and young people with SEND.
This is often called SEND support.
You can learn more about how support works in these pages:
These explain what support should look like and how your child’s needs should be met.
Some children and young people need more support than a setting can provide.
An EHCP is a legal document that sets out their needs and the support they must receive.
You can find guidance here:
These pages explain the process and what to expect at each stage.
If you are unsure what to do, you can get help.
You may want to start with:
Information and Advice for Children and Young People with SEND
Key Contacts in the Local Area across Education, Health and Social Care
They can help you understand your options and what to do next.
Support is available to help you find the right education for your child or young person.
In this section you will find useful information on (EHC) Plans and related information including how to request an EHCP and how to appeal a decision.
Learn moreIn this section you will find information on nurseries, schools and colleges and the different types of settings.
Learn moreFind out information on the commissioned education service Cognus, their services offered and how they protect your information.
Learn moreIn this section you can find the statements of provision for specialist schools and schools with a base in Sutton.
Learn moreWithin this section you will find advice and guidance for SENCO's.
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