Information, advice and resources

Here you will find information on the most popular topics.

Disclaimer: SEND Advice Surrey has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information contained is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. It does not constitute legal advice and SEND Advice Surrey cannot accept any responsibility for any loss or damage suffered as a consequence of any reliance placed upon it.

Appeals and mediation

Dispute resolution and appealing against the local authorities decision process.

Annual reviews

What they are and what to expect.

Education Health and Care Plan

Find out about Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP), from request to checking content, amending and ceasing plans

Template letters

Visit IPSEA website for template letters that you can adapt as you wish.

Health care

Individual Healthcare Plans and support for mental health difficulties, anxiety and Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA)

Schools

Including academies, choosing a school, SEN Support, school refusing (also called emotionally based school avoidance EBSA), out of school and exclusions.

Post 14

Year 9 annual review, transitioning to Post 16 and preparing for adulthood.

Guidance for meetings

Some top tips to consider and remember for attending meetings relating to your child's additional needs with schools, the local authority or others

Early years

Visit Surrey Local Offer for information on support for your child in Early Years (0 to 5)

School transport

Visit Surrey County Council's school transport page on how to apply.

Complaints and Compliments

Have your say.

Social care

Social Care Assessments and support for your whole family