Education in England

This advice applies in England only. Read information for families in Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales.

Support in education

Introduction to special educational needs & disabilities (SEND)

Support in the early years

Extra support in school

EHC plans & assessments

• EHC plans
• EHC needs assessments
• Getting an EHC draft plan
• Annual reviews
• Changes in circumstances
• Tribunal appeals

Education beyond 16

The SEND and AP Improvement Plan

Issues

School & college complaints

Exclusions

Disability discrimination in school

• Exam access arrangements

Bullying

• Keeping a record of bullying incidents
• Ways that schools can deal with bullying
• Meeting with the school
• Helping your child respond to bullying
• What to do if the bullying carries on

Transport to school & college

Transport in England

Challenging school transport policies

Transport for young people over 16

Independent travel training

Admissions & school choice

Applying for a school place

Finding the right school

Top tips to help when your child changes school

Attendance, absence & medical needs

Absence from school

Help with medical needs

Home education