We understand that seeking paid support is a big decision. Many parents come to us after months — or years — of feeling unheard by their local authority. You shouldn't have to fight alone to get your child the right provision.
Fixed-Fee Support Packages
Every package is designed to leave you in a stronger position than when you started — with professional-quality work product you can act on immediately, and a clear understanding of what comes next. No open-ended billing, no surprises.
EHCP Health Check Plus
A thorough enforceability review of your child's EHC Plan. We check that needs are properly identified, provision is specific and quantified, and the plan would stand up to scrutiny.
After working with us, you will have:
- An annotated copy of the EHCP with clear, section-by-section feedback
- A needs-to-provision map showing gaps and weaknesses in the plan
- A prioritised "issues list" you can send directly to your LA or school
- A 45-60 minute debrief call to talk through findings and next steps
- The knowledge to challenge vague or unenforceable wording with confidence
- One follow-up email to clarify anything discussed
EHCNA Request Package
A strong, evidence-based request for an EHC Needs Assessment — drafted to meet the statutory threshold and give your local authority a clear case to act on.
After working with us, you will have:
- A professionally drafted request letter, structured around the legal test
- An evidence index mapping your child's needs to the right supporting documents
- A clear understanding of the EHCNA process and realistic timescales
- Confidence that your request is as strong as it can be
- One round of revisions and submission guidance included
Annual Review Support (Virtual)
Comprehensive support before, during, and after your child's annual review — so you walk into the meeting prepared and walk out with clear actions.
After working with us, you will have:
- A structured agenda focused on the changes your child actually needs
- Speaking notes so you can raise priorities clearly and calmly
- An experienced advocate alongside you for up to 2 hours of virtual attendance
- A post-meeting action checklist so nothing agreed gets lost
- Clarity on what should change in the amended plan — and what to push back on
Annual Review Support (In-Person)
The same thorough annual review package, with the added benefit of having a specialist advocate physically present in the room with you.
After working with us, you will have:
- Everything included in the virtual annual review package
- Face-to-face advocacy at the meeting itself (within York)
- The reassurance of having someone beside you who knows the process
- Travel outside the York local area charged separately
Tribunal Kickstart — Section B Only
Your child's needs aren't properly described in their EHCP and you want to challenge Section B at tribunal. This package gets your appeal lodged with professionally drafted grounds focused entirely on needs — without paying for a full multi-section kickstart.
After working with us, you will have:
- Grounds of appeal drafted to a professional standard, focused on Section B (needs)
- A completed SEND35 appeal form, ready to lodge with the tribunal
- An evidence schedule for Section B so you know exactly what documents to gather and submit
- A clear explanation of the tribunal process, timeline, and what to expect next
- The confidence that your appeal is properly framed from the outset
Tribunal Kickstart — Section F Only
The provision in your child's EHCP is vague, unquantified, or simply not being delivered — and you want to challenge Section F at tribunal. This package gets your appeal lodged with professionally drafted grounds focused entirely on provision.
After working with us, you will have:
- Grounds of appeal drafted to a professional standard, focused on Section F (provision)
- A completed SEND35 appeal form, ready to lodge with the tribunal
- An evidence schedule for Section F so you know exactly what documents to gather and submit
- A clear explanation of the tribunal process, timeline, and what to expect next
- The confidence that your appeal is properly framed from the outset
Tribunal Kickstart — Sections B & F
Get your SEND Tribunal appeal lodged with professionally drafted grounds, a completed appeal form, and a clear plan for the case ahead. Covers appeals about needs (Section B) and provision (Section F).
After working with us, you will have:
- A detailed merits assessment of your case — honestly appraised
- Grounds of appeal drafted to a professional standard
- A completed SEND35 appeal form, ready to lodge
- An evidence schedule so you know exactly what to submit and when
- A clear understanding of the tribunal timeline and next steps
Tribunal Kickstart — Sections B, F & I
Everything in the B & F Kickstart, plus placement arguments for Section I appeals — with additional focus on school suitability evidence.
After working with us, you will have:
- Everything included in the B & F Kickstart
- Placement-specific grounds addressing school suitability
- Guidance on the evidence needed to support your preferred placement
- A strategy for how needs, provision, and placement arguments connect
Tribunal Preparation & Case Support
For families who need us beyond the Kickstart stage. Tribunal cases can range from 15 to over 100 hours — our capped pricing means you'll never pay more than the agreed maximum, and if your case settles early, billing stops.
| Appeal Type | Typical Hours | Capped Fee | What This Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refusal to Assess (SEND35A) | ~20 hours | £2,750 | Full case management from lodging to hearing. Usually paper-based with focused evidence. |
| Refusal to Issue an EHCP | ~30 hours | £3,950 | Case management, evidence scheduling, working document, and LA correspondence to hearing. |
| Contents Appeal — B & F | ~40 hours | £5,550 | Needs and provision disputes. Full directions compliance, working document, and submissions. |
| Contents & Placement — B, F & I | ~40+ hours | £5,550 | As above, plus school suitability evidence and placement-specific submissions. |
| Placement Only — Section I | Variable | £3,950 | Focused on school suitability. Risk of scope expansion where provision is also disputed. |
| Cease to Maintain | ~50 hours | £6,250 | Evidence of ongoing need is central. Often involves transition planning disputes. |
| Disability Discrimination Claim | ~50 hours | £6,450 | Must be brought within 6 months of the discrimination. Clear scope boundaries advised. |
| EOTAS Package Building (tribunal) | Variable | £6,450 | Specialist rate applies. Includes timetable, costing, and package-building work. |
| Extended Appeal Element (health/social care) | +5-10 hours | +£575 | Add-on to any appeal. Non-binding recommendations on health and social care provision. |
All capped fees exclude hearing attendance, which is priced separately below. Caps cover case management, directions compliance, evidence scheduling, working document iterations, submissions, and all LA/tribunal correspondence. If your case settles before the cap is reached, billing stops.
Hearing Attendance & Representation
Hearing attendance is priced separately so you only pay for hearings that go ahead. Where you name us as your representative, the tribunal will communicate with us and we can represent you at the hearing. Hearings may be held remotely or in person.
A non-refundable booking deposit is required when your hearing date is confirmed.
Flexible Hourly Support
Not every situation fits neatly into a package. If you need specialist advice on a specific question, support for a single meeting, or ongoing guidance at your own pace, our hourly rates give you flexibility without commitment.
Desk-based support: advice calls, document drafting, evidence mapping, and written guidance on your SEND situation.
- One-off advice consultations
- Drafting letters and correspondence
- EHCP and report analysis
- Evidence organisation and strategy
- Virtual SEND guidance
An experienced advocate alongside you in real time — virtually or in person. Minimum 2-hour booking.
- Annual review meetings
- School and LA meetings
- Mediation sessions
- Live negotiation and advocacy
- Follow-up summary note included
Dedicated tribunal casework billed flexibly, for families who prefer hourly billing over capped packages.
- Directions compliance
- Working document drafting
- Evidence scheduling and submissions
- LA and tribunal correspondence
- Witness coordination
Advanced work with clear scope boundaries. We'll signpost you to a solicitor where that's the right next step.
- EOTAS package building
- Disability discrimination claims
- Extended appeal elements
- Pre-action protocol preparation
- Judicial review documentation support
How hourly billing works
Most work is billed in 15-minute increments with a minimum of 1 hour on new matters. Where preparation is required for meeting attendance (reviewing documents, drafting agendas, etc.), prep time is charged at the standard rate of £80/hour unless included within a fixed-fee package. Travel time and mileage are charged separately for locations outside the York local area.
Frequently Asked Questions
We know choosing paid SEND support is a big step. Here are the questions families ask us most often.