SENDIST Appeals

Appeal Support

Clear, structured support through SEND Tribunal appeals

Appealing a SEND decision can feel daunting, particularly if you have not appealed before, or

when you are already managing the emotional impact of unmet needs, delays, or unlawful decisions.

Squared SEND Advocacy & Support provides independent, evidence-led advice and advocacy to help parents and carers understand the appeals process, prepare strong written submissions, and present their case clearly and confidently.

Support is available remotely to families across England.

Refusal to Assess

Refusal to Assess Appeals

Support where a local authority has refused to carry out an EHC needs assessment, including:

Reviewing refusal letters for legal compliance
Identifying evidence that meets the statutory threshold
Drafting clear appeal grounds linked to law and guidance
Supporting evidence collation and organisation

Refusal to Issue

Advice and written support where an assessment has been carried out but an EHCP has not been issued, including:

Analysis of assessment reports
Identifying unmet needs and provision gaps
Drafting appeal grounds that clearly evidence necessity

Content and/or Placement

Support with appeals relating to:

Section B – Special educational needs
Section F – Provision
Section I – Placement
Extended Appeals for Social Care and Health

Including:

Reviewing EHCP wording for enforceability
Identifying omissions and unlawful wording
Drafting proposed amendments aligned with professional evidence

Evidence Preparation & Case Strategy

Support to help you:

Understand what evidence is relevant and persuasive
Organise documentation clearly
Prepare written submissions in a logical, tribunal-ready format
Understand the tribunal process and key stages

What You Can Expect

Clear, structured written outputs
Advice grounded in SEND legislation and guidance
Support that strengthens your position without over-promising
Professional boundaries that protect you and your case

Important information

Squared SEND Advocacy & Support does not provide legal representation or advocacy at hearings.

Support is focused on:

Advice and guidance
Written submissions and evidence preparation
Strategic support throughout the appeal process

Families remain responsible for submitting documents and representing themselves unless otherwise agreed.

Next steps

If you are considering an appeal or have already lodged one and feel unsure about next steps, tailored support is available.

➡️ Book a SENDIST Appeals service to receive clear, structured support.

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