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This is practical planning guidance only. It does not diagnose conditions, provide medical advice, or provide legal advice about EHCPs. Always verify with professionals and official sources.
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Documents to gather
- A short one-page profile: strengths, triggers, what helps, what makes things harder.
- Any SEN Support plan or targets (if you have them).
- Recent reports: educational psychologist, speech & language, OT, CAMHS letters (if applicable).
- Attendance history and notes on patterns (if relevant).
- Examples of work and any assessment summaries (where available).
Questions to ask the school
- If my child has a difficult day, what does support look like in practice (who, where, how quickly)?
- How do teachers adapt lessons day to day without relying on a single TA?
- How do you identify needs early and track progress (assess-plan-do-review)?
- How do you communicate with parents, and how often (routine, not ad-hoc)?
- Who is the SENCO and how available are they for follow-up conversations?
What good support can look like
- A predictable routine for communication (for example, weekly check-in, clear point of contact).
- Teachers describe adjustments as normal practice, not exceptional favours.
- Small changes are tried early, reviewed, and scaled when they help.
- Support focuses on access and progress, not just compliance or behaviour.
EHCP basics (high-level)
- An EHCP is a legal document describing needs, outcomes, and provision. This tool does not provide legal advice.
- If you have an EHCP (or are seeking assessment), focus on translating provision into day-to-day reality: who delivers it, when, and how it is tracked.
- Ask how the school handles annual reviews and communication with the Local Authority.
Things to clarify (red flags framed as questions)
- What support is realistic day-to-day for your child (not just in theory)?
- How will the school communicate concerns early (and what is the escalation path)?
- How consistent are adjustments across teachers and classrooms?
- How does the school support friendships, belonging, and unstructured time?
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SEND support planning pack (informational only) Documents to gather: - A short one-page profile: strengths, triggers, what helps, what makes things harder. - Any SEN Support plan or targets (if you have them). - Recent reports: educational psychologist, speech & language, OT, CAMHS letters (if applicable). - Attendance history and notes on patterns (if relevant). - Examples of work and any assessment summaries (where available). Questions to ask: - If my child has a difficult day, what does support look like in practice (who, where, how quickly)? - How do teachers adapt lessons day to day without relying on a single TA? - How do you identify needs early and track progress (assess-plan-do-review)? - How do you communicate with parents, and how often (routine, not ad-hoc)? - Who is the SENCO and how available are they for follow-up conversations? What good support can look like: - A predictable routine for communication (for example, weekly check-in, clear point of contact). - Teachers describe adjustments as normal practice, not exceptional favours. - Small changes are tried early, reviewed, and scaled when they help. - Support focuses on access and progress, not just compliance or behaviour. EHCP basics (high-level): - An EHCP is a legal document describing needs, outcomes, and provision. This tool does not provide legal advice. - If you have an EHCP (or are seeking assessment), focus on translating provision into day-to-day reality: who delivers it, when, and how it is tracked. - Ask how the school handles annual reviews and communication with the Local Authority. Things to clarify (red flags framed as questions): - What support is realistic day-to-day for your child (not just in theory)? - How will the school communicate concerns early (and what is the escalation path)? - How consistent are adjustments across teachers and classrooms? - How does the school support friendships, belonging, and unstructured time?
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How this tool helps
SEND support varies widely between schools, and wording can be vague. This planner turns priorities into concrete questions and documents so you can get realistic answers.
It is designed to avoid medical or diagnostic claims. The goal is practical clarity: routines, adjustments, communication, and consistency.
Sources / notes
This page is general educational guidance for UK parents. It is not medical advice, not diagnostic advice, and not legal advice.
Always verify with the school, your Local Authority guidance, and relevant professionals. Policies and processes vary by school and can change.
Last updated: 2026-02-18
FAQs
Common queries like \"SEND questions to ask school\" and \"EHCP school checklist\".
What SEND questions should I ask a school?
Ask for concrete routines: who supports your child day-to-day, how adjustments work in lessons, how progress is tracked, and how communication with parents is done. This planner generates a tailored list based on needs and phase.
Is this medical or diagnostic advice?
No. This tool is informational only. It helps you plan questions and documents, but it does not diagnose conditions or provide medical advice.
Is this legal advice about EHCPs?
No. EHCP processes are legal and can be complex. This tool gives high-level context and practical questions, but you should refer to official guidance or professional advice for legal decisions.
How can I tell if a school's SEND support is strong?
Look for consistency, specific examples, realistic resourcing, and clear communication routines. Strong SEND support is usually visible in day-to-day teaching, not just policies.
What documents should I bring to a meeting?
Bring a short one-page profile, relevant reports, and any existing plans. Keep it focused: strengths, triggers, what helps, and what success looks like.
Should I ask to meet the SENCO?
If SEND is a priority, yes. A short follow-up conversation with the SENCO can clarify realistic support, communication routines, and how the graduated approach works in practice.
Can the planner generate a printable checklist?
Yes. The output is designed to be printable, and includes a copy-friendly pack you can paste into notes or a document.
Is this official advice?
No. It is general educational guidance. Always verify details with the school and official sources.