Support a Child With Special Educational Needs

My child has special educational needs and I need to understand how to get them the support they need — at home and at school.

Child's age: [AGE]
Their needs: [DESCRIBE — diagnosis if any / what they find difficult / what they're good at]
Current school support: [EHCP in place / SEND support / nothing yet / just starting the process]
Biggest challenge right now: [DESCRIBE — school isn't helping / I don't know what to ask for / they're struggling at home / all of the above]

Give me a practical SEN support guide:
1. **Understanding the system** — SEND support, EHCPs, tribunals — what each is and when you need them
2. **Getting an assessment** — how to request one, what to expect, how to push if you're refused
3. **Working with the school** — what to ask for, how to advocate effectively, when to escalate
4. **Home strategies** that support their specific needs
5. **Your rights** — what schools are legally required to provide
6. **Support for you** — navigating this system is exhausting, here's where to get help

My child has special educational needs and I need to understand how to get them the support they need — at home and at school.

Child's age: [AGE]
Their needs: [DESCRIBE — diagnosis if any / what they find difficult / what they're good at]
Current school support: [EHCP in place / SEND support / nothing yet / just starting the process]
Biggest challenge right now: [DESCRIBE — school isn't helping / I don't know what to ask for / they're struggling at home / all of the above]

Give me a practical SEN support guide:
1. **Understanding the system** — SEND support, EHCPs, tribunals — what each is and when you need them
2. **Getting an assessment** — how to request one, what to expect, how to push if you're refused
3. **Working with the school** — what to ask for, how to advocate effectively, when to escalate
4. **Home strategies** that support their specific needs
5. **Your rights** — what schools are legally required to provide
6. **Support for you** — navigating this system is exhausting, here's where to get help