The 20-Week EHCP Timeline
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Week 1
Initial Request
A parent, school, or young person makes a formal request to the Local Authority (LA) for an EHC needs assessment. This is the starting gun for the legal process.
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Weeks 1 - 6
Decision to Assess
A parent, school, or young person makes a formal request to the Local Authority (LA) for an EHC needs assessment. This is the starting gun for the legal process.
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Weeks 6 - 12
The Assessment Phase
If the LA agrees to assess, they gather professional advice from education, health, and care specialists. This builds the "evidence base" for the child's specific needs.
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Weeks 12 - 16
Issuing the Draft
The LA decides if a plan is required. If so, they issue a Draft EHCP. This is a critical window for parents and professionals to review and request changes to "Section F" (the support section).
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Weeks 16 - 20
The Final EHCP
The LA consults with schools to secure a placement. The Final EHCP is issued by Week 20, legally locking in the support and naming the specific school or college.
Getting Started: Request & Assessment
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Managing the Plan: Drafts & Section F
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EHCP Frequently Asked Questions
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Professional Toolkit & LA Support
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