Can an Ehcp be transferred?

Within 15 days of being told about the move, the old Local Authority must transfer the EHC plan to the new Local Authority, and as from that date the new Local Authority will be responsible for securing the provision within the EHC plan.

How do I move schools with an Ehcp?

If your child is moving to or between schools… The SEN Service will write to you to let you know which school will be named in your child’s EHCP. Your child’s EHCP will be amended to name the new school. This must be done before 14th February in the year of transfer.

What does an Ehcp entitle you to?

The purpose of an EHCP is: to make special educational provision to the meet the SEN of the child or young person; so as to secure the best possible outcomes for them across education, health and social care, and. to prepare them for adulthood, as they grow older.

What does Ehcp stand for in send?

Education, Health and Care Plan
EHCP stands for Education, Health and Care Plan. Education, Health and Care Plans have replaced Statements of Special Educational Needs and Learning Difficulty Assessments.

Can a school refuse a child with Ehcp?

The only reason the local authority can refuse the request is if: The setting is unsuitable for the age, ability, aptitude or special educational needs (“SEN”) of the child or young person; or. The attendance of the child or young person would be incompatible with the provision of efficient education for others; or.

Can a parent cease an Ehcp?

Once in place an EHCP can be changed or ceased at any point. Once an EHCP is in place for a child or young person, it does not necessarily remain static.

Do you need a diagnosis for an Ehcp?

You do not need to have a formal diagnosis when implementing an IEP or applying for an EHCP. But to apply for an EHCP, you will need to have identified likely special educational needs. A diagnosis would often be underway when applying, but the application process can begin before a formal diagnosis.

How much is Ehcp funding?

The way in which funding for support in an EHCP works is that the school is expected to spend up to the allocated sum (usually between £4,500 – £6,000 p.a. but often at the lower end for a 3-year-old) out of the schools’ assigned budget. Any further funding must be provided on top of this by the local authority (LA).

Does a child need a diagnosis for an Ehcp?

There is no need to have a diagnosis prior to starting the EHCP process. The only difference is that students without a diagnosis will be assessed by the criteria for those young people with Social Emotional And Behavioural Difficulties, rather than on the Autism framework.

Can you permanently exclude a child with an Ehcp?

Head teachers should, as far as possible, avoid permanently excluding any pupil with a statement of SEN or EHCP or a ‘looked after’ child. Schools should engage proactively with parents in supporting the behaviour of pupils with additional needs.

Can you lose an Ehcp?

The LA can only cease the EHC plan if it decides that it is no longer necessary for special educational provision to be made for the child or young person.

How long is Ehcp valid for?

All Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCP) and Statements of SEN must be reviewed at least once a year. For children under 5 years the EHCP/Statement should be reviewed more frequently. In this instance an EHCP should be reviewed every 3-6 months and a Statement should be reviewed biannually.

When do I need to transfer my EHC plan?

When a child or young person with an EHC plan moves into a different local authority’s area, the EHC plan will need to transfer to the new local authority (“LA”).

Can you transfer EHCP statement to new local authority?

Does anyone have experience of moving into a new local authority and transferring their statement or EHCP at this time in their child’s education? The new LA won’t give me any advice until we have an address there, but I want to find out in advance how we can make this transition as smoothly as possible for my son’s benefit.

When does an EHCP move to a new school?

The obligation to maintain the EHCP will transfer to the new LA on the day of the move or within 15 working days of the new LA becoming aware of the move, if later. The child may be able to remain at the school or institution named in the EHCP whilst the new LA decides how to proceed but there is an exception to this in SEN Reg 15 (6).

Can a EHCP be transferred to an apprenticeship?

The EHCP can be transferred onto FE or an apprenticeship. Neither are grounds to Cease to Maintain. You have a right to appeal against a decision to cease to maintain within 2 months of the date of issue of the LA decision. Any provision must stay in place until the appeal has been heard by the Tribunal.