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We are the dedicated education law arm of Langley Wellington LLP Solicitors, specialising in SEND, supporting families to get the education their children deserve. Based in Cheltenham & Gloucester.
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When you are refused an EHC Needs Assessment or EHCP for your child, you may feel nervous about appealing. There is a success rate of 98.3% for parents who do appeal. We have lots of free advice on our website, or call us for legal advice on 01452 555 166 educationlawyers.co.uk/how-we-help/...

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Another case of a family having to fight exclusion by a school not accepting their child's (aged 5!) behaviour was linked to their disability. It will now be reheard. The UT ruled the FT Tribunal erred in law on several points. Call us for education law help: 01452 555166 www.gov.uk/administrati...

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A parent has won a UT appeal over a “procedural irregularity” in EHCP court bundle page numbering. The judge said it was 'capable of making a material difference to the outcome or fairness of the proceedings.' For Tribunal help, call us on 01452 555166

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If the Government is planning major legislative change, the last SEND reforms cost over half a billion pounds and took over two years to trail. Plus if the plans include diluting the rights of disabled children, they are likely to face significant opposition.

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It’s Secondary offer day! If your child has been unfairly refused a place at your preferred school, you can appeal the decision, we may be able to help. Call 01452 555 166 for a free, no-obligation chat about ways forward. educationlawyers.co.uk/how-we-help/...

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Excluded: Councils failing in duty to find places within the legal limit of six days with some waiting for two years. No child should be left in this position. There is action you can take which we’ve detailed on our own website. Call us 01452 555 166

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We have a range of free information to help you navigate the SEND legal system on our website. Our friendly team are always on hand for a no-obligation chat if you need legal advice and we offer staged payments to help. Call us on 01452 555 166 https://educationlawyers.co.uk/send-info/

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It’s just over a month before the legal deadline for final updated EHCPs for children changing school education phases. It’s a good idea to check with your case officer that everything’s on track. Our article has more info. Call 01452 555166 for legal help

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If your child's been permanently excluded the LA must arrange full-time alternative education. Our website explains the law & what to do if they're left without a suitable school. We'll help ensure fair treatment so they get the right support. Call 01452 555166 educationlawyers.co.uk/how-we-help/...

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If your young person is moving to Post-16 education/training in September and don’t yet have a final updated EHCP, the legal deadline has now passed. Speak to the LA urgently. For support, read our article here, and call us on 01452 555166 for legal advice: educationlawyers.co.uk/2025/02/03/n...

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Personal budgets in an EHCP can fund services & therapies the LA cannot provide. You should discuss a PB during your child's EHC Needs Assessment or Annual Review. Our team can help with Personal Budgets. Call 01452 555166. Read more: https://educationlawyers.co.uk/personal-budgets-ehcp/

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Family given almost £2k compensation over excessive #EHCP delays, including the LA twice failing to attend mediation. LAs must participate in mediation but too often do not. Is £1950 enough for this injustice? If you need SEND legal advice call 01452 555166

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Our new Head of Education Law at Langley Wellington Education Lawyers, Imelda Brennan, is highly experienced in all aspects of the law relating to SEND and education. Call 01452 555 166 for a chat about how we can help you secure the support your child is entitled to: https://educationlawyers.co.uk

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‘Even though special schools and AP are bursting at the seams, government ministers appear happy to leave that problem to worsen’: @warrencarratt.bsky.social fears what the mainstream inclusion drive will mean for special schools

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11 days to go: If your child with an EHCP is moving school phases this September and you haven't yet had their final plan, speak to your LA today. Read our new article about understanding the legal framework when navigating EHCP education phase changes: https://educationlawyers.co.uk/2025/02/03/nav…

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The Dfe has published new guidance on SEND for school governing boards. It's short, but comes with a useful #SEND checklist https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/sen-and-disability-duties-guidance-for-school-governing-boards/special-educational-needs-sen-and-disabilities-guidance-for-school-go…

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If your LA has told you it plans to cease your young person's EHCP at their Post-16 annual review, please seek urgent legal advice. EHCPs can continue until 25 if needed in further education, training or an apprenticeship. Call us on 01452 555 166 for help https://educationlawyers.co.uk/how-we-help…

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Your child’s draft EHCP is here—but does it meet their needs? Our speedy “M.O.T Your child's EHCP” service inspects the draft for legality and that all needs are included and met with the right provision. Fixed price. Call us on 01452 555 166: https://educationlawyers.co.uk/m-o-t-your-c…

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Baffling own goal by Trafford saw a child miss months of education, despite solutions being found quickly—but bureaucracy led to long delays & a £6k+ Ombudsman fine. A solicitor's letter outlining an LA's duties may have prompted faster action. Call us for help 01452 555166

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We would say if you’re getting legal advice, always ensure you can rely on it- preferably from a specialist solicitor, or SEND legal charity— avoid unqualified advocates charging high sums with no accountability

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Is your child with an #EHCP moving school phases in September? If so, their updated plan naming the new school MUST be finalised by 15 February. If you haven't had a final draft, contact your SEND case officer now. For help, call us on 01452 555 166. More: educationlawyers.co.uk/how-we-help/...

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