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September is getting closer, but what happens if your child still doesn’t have a school place?

If your child is disabled or has additional needs and you’re still waiting for a placement to be confirmed, you may be feeling worried, frustrated or unsure where to turn.

Your local authority or Education Authority still has responsibilities to make sure your child can access an appropriate education. You do not simply have to accept that they will be left without one.

We’ve updated our guidance to explain:

💚 What the law says
💚 What to do if a school hasn’t been named
💚 How to challenge delays
💚 Your rights across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
💚 Where to get further advice

Find our updated guidance in the comments 🔗

Proposed SEND reforms would mean the support your child needs is no longer written into a legally enforceable Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan.

Instead, detailed support would move into a new Individual Support Plan (ISP).

What does this mean?

✔️ Today, the support in an EHC plan is legally enforceable and your child is entitled to the special educational provision they require to meet their individual needs.

❌ Under the proposals, support in an ISP would not carry the same legal protections.

If families disagree with the support provided, or the agreed support in an ISP is not delivered by a setting, the only likely option would be to submit a complaint to the school setting.

Every child and young person with SEND needs to retain their legally enforceable rights, not rely on discretion and aspiration.

Read more: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/news/ipsea-manifesto-for-send-reform

How you can help ⬇️

🔷 Write to your MP: https://www.ipsea.org.uk/write-to-your-mp-protect-the-legal-rights-of-children-and-young-people-with-send

🔶 Sign the petition: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/764268

☀️ Looking for somewhere to cool off during the hot weather? You're welcome to visit one of our welcoming spaces with air conditioning or fans.

Visit the link in the comments for as a list of the locations where you can stay cool.

Looking for inspiration for days out this summer? ☀️ Browse the guide and start planning your next day out.

September is just around the corner! 🎒📚

Whether your child is starting school for the first time or getting ready to head back to the classroom, our school readiness advice can help make the transition smoother.

From building confidence and independence to re-establishing routines, you'll find practical tips and support for all families including for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Read more 👉 https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/news/article/8009/getting-school-ready-helping-your-child-feel-prepared-

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