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EHCP Readiness / EHC Needs Assessment Preparation

This tool is for information, preparation and signposting only. It does not diagnose SEND, ADHD, autism or any medical condition. It does not provide legal advice and does not determine EHCP eligibility. EHCP decisions are made by the local authority, not MediCheckMe.

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Has the child received SEND support?

What support has been tried?

How long has support been in place?

Has progress been limited despite support?

Are needs complex, long-term, or across education, health and care?

Are multiple professionals involved?

Has school requested additional funding or support?

Are there significant attendance, exclusion, safety or wellbeing concerns?

Is the child unable to access education without additional support?

Are you considering requesting an EHC needs assessment?

Has the local authority already made a decision?

Has an assessment been refused?

Has an EHCP been refused?

Is there an existing EHCP that needs review?

Are you preparing for an annual review?

Is there a placement dispute?