EHCP Appeals

We provide independent advice and practical support for families appealing decisions about Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Whether you’re challenging the contents of a plan or appealing a refusal, we help you understand your options and prepare your case with confidence.

Is This Service Right For You?

Your request for an EHCP has been refused.
You disagree with the contents of your child’s EHCP.
The named school is unsuitable.
You need help understanding the appeals process.
You’re preparing for mediation or Tribunal.

How We Can Help

Reviewing the decision and explaining the available routes to challenge it.

Helping organise evidence, identify key issues and strengthen your case.

Guidance throughout the SEND Tribunal process, including documents and deadlines.

Objective advice focused on your child’s needs and educational outcomes.

Helping you prepare for meetings, mediation and correspondence with the local authority.

Why Families Choose Milestone Advocacy?

Independent Advice

We are focused on your child’s needs, not on Local Authority priorities

Tailored Support

Every family is different, so we will always provide advice that is relevant to your circumstances.

Practical Guidance

Our advice is clear, straightforward and not hidden in unnecessary legal jargon

Confidence at Every Stage

Helping you understand your options and move forward with confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

You can appeal certain local authority decisions, including refusals to issue an EHCP, refusals to amend an EHCP, decisions to cease an EHCP, or disagreements about the educational placement or provision within an EHCP. We’ll help you understand whether your case has a right of appeal.

In many cases, you’ll need to consider mediation before registering an appeal with the SEND Tribunal. This doesn’t always mean you have to take part in mediation, but you may need a mediation certificate before proceeding. We can explain the process and help you decide the best approach.

Appeal deadlines are strict and depend on the decision you’ve received. It’s important not to delay, as missing the deadline could affect your right to appeal. If you’re unsure, contact us as soon as possible and we’ll help you understand the relevant timescales.

Yes. Whether you’ve just received the decision, are preparing your appeal papers or already have a Tribunal hearing date, we can provide independent advice and practical support at any stage of the process.

Any correspondence from the local authority, your child’s EHCP (if one has been issued), professional reports, school information and any other relevant evidence can be helpful. Don’t worry if you don’t have everything—we’ll explain what is most important for your case.

Ready to Discuss Your Situation?

Every family’s circumstances are different. If you’d like independent advice about your child’s situation, we’re here to help you understand your options and decide the next steps with confidence.

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