Latest Updates
📄 Have you seen our “What to Expect from West Berkshire SENDIASS” factsheet? 📄
🟢 This helpful factsheet is designed to help you get the most from SENDIASS. It explains what SENDIASS is, what we do and don’t offer, and how we can best support you.
📑 If you’ve recently contacted us, we encourage you to take a moment to review our “What to Expect from SENDIASS” document, which clearly outlines the scope of our services. Find it here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/West-Berks-What-to-expect-document.pdf
🟢 This helpful factsheet is designed to help you get the most from SENDIASS. It explains what SENDIASS is, what we do and don’t offer, and how we can best support you.
📑 If you’ve recently contacted us, we encourage you to take a moment to review our “What to Expect from SENDIASS” document, which clearly outlines the scope of our services. Find it here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/West-Berks-What-to-expect-document.pdf
💬 Need help understanding mediation? 💬
🔴 Our factsheet explains what mediation is, how it works, and answers some frequently asked questions.
🤝 You might be offered an informal meeting — these can be useful, but it’s important to know they don’t replace your legal right to mediation or to appeal to the SEND Tribunal.
📑 You can download and read our factsheet for further guidance on ‘Mediation’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mediation-1.pdf
🔴 Our factsheet explains what mediation is, how it works, and answers some frequently asked questions.
🤝 You might be offered an informal meeting — these can be useful, but it’s important to know they don’t replace your legal right to mediation or to appeal to the SEND Tribunal.
📑 You can download and read our factsheet for further guidance on ‘Mediation’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Mediation-1.pdf
📋 How to Use the EHCP Working Document 📋
🟢 If you’re appealing parts of your child’s EHCP, the Working Document is a key tool. It allows both you and the local authority (LA) to make and track amendments before a Tribunal hearing.
🟢 It’s an editable copy of your child’s EHCP, showing agreed changes and unresolved issues for the Tribunal to decide.
📑 Please find our ‘Checking your EHCP: Your Working Document’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-Your-working-document.pdf
🟢 If you’re appealing parts of your child’s EHCP, the Working Document is a key tool. It allows both you and the local authority (LA) to make and track amendments before a Tribunal hearing.
🟢 It’s an editable copy of your child’s EHCP, showing agreed changes and unresolved issues for the Tribunal to decide.
📑 Please find our ‘Checking your EHCP: Your Working Document’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-Your-working-document.pdf
📝 Need to make changes to your child’s EHCP? 📝
🟢 This guide from Southampton SENDIASS explains when and how you can ask for changes to your child’s Education, Health and Care Plan.
💬 A few reasons for requesting changes:
🟢 Something in the EHCP is missing or incorrect
🟢 Your child’s needs or circumstances have changed
🟢 The current placement is no longer suitable
🟢 You’re preparing for a key transition (e.g. moving from primary to secondary school)
📋 The factsheet includes:
🟢 When you can request changes
🟢 What to do if changes are refused
🟢 Who to contact and what your rights are
📑 Find our Downloadable ‘Checking Your EHCP: How To Request Changes’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-How-to-request-changes.pdf
🟢 This guide from Southampton SENDIASS explains when and how you can ask for changes to your child’s Education, Health and Care Plan.
💬 A few reasons for requesting changes:
🟢 Something in the EHCP is missing or incorrect
🟢 Your child’s needs or circumstances have changed
🟢 The current placement is no longer suitable
🟢 You’re preparing for a key transition (e.g. moving from primary to secondary school)
📋 The factsheet includes:
🟢 When you can request changes
🟢 What to do if changes are refused
🟢 Who to contact and what your rights are
📑 Find our Downloadable ‘Checking Your EHCP: How To Request Changes’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-How-to-request-changes.pdf
📝 Does Your Child’s EHCP Work for Them? 📝
🟢 This document details how to check whether your EHCP is doing what it should – meeting their needs, supporting their progress, and including the right provision.
💭 It guides you through questions like:
🟢 Are all your child’s needs clearly identified?
🟢 Are the outcomes realistic and measurable?
🟢 Is the support described specific and detailed?
🟢 Is the named placement suitable?
🟢 Are health and social care needs properly included?
💡 It also includes tips on what to look for and how to spot vague or unclear wording that may need to be changed.
📑 Find our ‘Checking Your EHCP: Does It Work For You?’ downloadable factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-Does-it-work-for-you.pdf
🟢 This document details how to check whether your EHCP is doing what it should – meeting their needs, supporting their progress, and including the right provision.
💭 It guides you through questions like:
🟢 Are all your child’s needs clearly identified?
🟢 Are the outcomes realistic and measurable?
🟢 Is the support described specific and detailed?
🟢 Is the named placement suitable?
🟢 Are health and social care needs properly included?
💡 It also includes tips on what to look for and how to spot vague or unclear wording that may need to be changed.
📑 Find our ‘Checking Your EHCP: Does It Work For You?’ downloadable factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-Does-it-work-for-you.pdf
📋 EHCP Essentials: What Must Be Included 📋
🔴 It’s essential to ensure your child’s EHCP is tailored to their unique needs. A well-crafted EHCP outlines the support your child requires across education, health, and social care.
💡 Tips for Reviewing: 💡
🔴 Look for specific language, avoiding vague terms.
🔴 Ensure each need in Section B has a corresponding provision in Section F.
🔴 Verify that the outcomes are realistic and measurable.
🔴 Check that the educational placement is appropriate and agreed upon.
🔴 Ensure that health and social care provisions are detailed and feasible.
🔴 Confirm that a personal budget is clearly outlined, if applicable.
📑 Find our detailed ‘Checking your EHCP: What Must Be Included’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-What-must-be-included.pdf
🔴 It’s essential to ensure your child’s EHCP is tailored to their unique needs. A well-crafted EHCP outlines the support your child requires across education, health, and social care.
💡 Tips for Reviewing: 💡
🔴 Look for specific language, avoiding vague terms.
🔴 Ensure each need in Section B has a corresponding provision in Section F.
🔴 Verify that the outcomes are realistic and measurable.
🔴 Check that the educational placement is appropriate and agreed upon.
🔴 Ensure that health and social care provisions are detailed and feasible.
🔴 Confirm that a personal budget is clearly outlined, if applicable.
📑 Find our detailed ‘Checking your EHCP: What Must Be Included’ factsheet here 👉 https://westberkssendiass.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WB-Checking-your-EHCP-What-must-be-included.pdf