Staff training
Half-day and full-day sessions for case officers, EHC writers, SENCOs and panel members.
Local authorities, schools and trusts
Lawful decisions earlier. Fewer cases that should never have reached tribunal.
Guided SEN works with SEND teams and school leaders who want better-quality plans, clearer communication with families, and staff who can apply the Children and Families Act 2014 with confidence.
How we support the sector
Plan quality reviews
Independent sampling of EHC plans against the Code of Practice, with a practical improvement plan.
Early resolution
A constructive third voice on cases heading towards mediation or appeal.
SENCO clinics
Termly or monthly surgeries for school staff on the graduated response and meeting structure.
Process and policy
Support to tighten local processes so statutory timescales and communication are consistent.
Commissioned casework
Time-limited independent reviews where an extra pair of specialist eyes would reduce risk.
Why this is not a conflict.
Parents instruct us to obtain the provision the law already requires. Local authorities instruct us to help staff make decisions that are more likely to be right first time.
We will never take instructions on both sides of the same case. Confidentiality and independence are written into every engagement.
Typical commissions
- One-day SEND law workshop for a local team
- Audit of 20 EHC plans with a findings paper
- Retainer for SENCO advice clinics across a trust
- Independent review of a complex placement case