GETTING A STATEMENT
If you believe that your child has a learning difficulty or a disability which is holding them back at school; and that the school is not able to provide the help your child needs you should also ask your LEA for a “statutory assessment” which is the first step on the road to getting a Statement of Special Educational Needs.
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What does a Statement Cover?
- An explanation about the structure of a Statement and the key Elements 1 - 4
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Statutory Assessment Procedures
- Understanding the detailed processes of obtaining a Statutory Assessment is the first thing to do. It is always a good idea to seek advice from a specialist lawyer (see other link) or IPSEA or ACE before embarking on an Assessment.
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Legal Advice or Helpline Advice
- It is always worth seeking advice about the procedures of obtaining a Statement of Special Education Needs either from a Legal professional who specialises in the field or from Specialist Help Lines
