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Understanding EHCPs in the UK
Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) are essential documents designed to support children and young people with special educational...
Rebekah Advocate
Sep 9, 20254 min read


Understanding the Role of an Educational Consultant in Supporting Students with Special Needs
As educational systems evolve, the need for specialized support within the classroom has never been greater. Families of students with...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 18, 20255 min read
🎓 The Last Week of Term: Where We’ve Been – and Where We Must Go Next
The Last Week of Term: Where We’ve Been – and Where We Must Go Next By Rebekah Herbert – Independent SEND Advisor...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 18, 20253 min read


🌞 Summer’s Coming – Let’s Get Ready for Independence! 🌞
As the sunshine stretches longer and the school term winds down, it’s the perfect time to plant the seeds of independence and routine...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 14, 20251 min read
What to Write in the Parent and Child Section of an EHCP Needs Assessment
What to Write in the Parent and Child Section of an EHCP Needs Assessment Request When requesting an Education, Health and Care Needs...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 14, 20253 min read


Understanding the EHCP Process for Families
Navigating the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process can be daunting for many families. The EHCP is vital for children with...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 8, 20254 min read


Understanding the Benefits of an EHCP for Your Child
Navigating the world of special educational needs can often be overwhelming for parents. With various terminologies and procedures, it...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 8, 20254 min read


Understanding the Importance of Education, Health, and Care Plans
In today's rapidly changing world, the significance of education, health, and care plans cannot be overstated. These plans help ensure...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 8, 20254 min read


Understanding the EHCP Process for Children with Special Needs
Navigating the educational landscape for children with special needs can be an overwhelming journey. For many families, understanding the...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 8, 20253 min read
Why 1:1 Tutoring Isn’t Always the Answer: Understanding the Emotional Barrier to Reading
When 1:1 Tutoring Falls Short: What My 12-Year-Old Taught Me About Learning to Read As a parent of a neurodivergent child, I know how...
Rebekah Advocate
Jul 8, 20253 min read


Understanding the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) Process
Navigating the education system can be challenging, particularly when it comes to children with special educational needs and...
Rebekah Advocate
Jun 24, 20255 min read
Why we urgently need more specialist teaching in mainstream schools.
Why We Urgently Need More Specialist Teaching in Mainstream Schools By a Parent and Advocate | Independent SEND EHCP As a parent who has...
Rebekah Advocate
Jun 15, 20254 min read
STOP the Proposed Children's and wellbeing bill
✉️ Write to Your MP: Protect the Legal Rights of Children and Young People with SEND Recent media reports have suggested that the...
Rebekah Advocate
Jun 4, 20255 min read
"Unmasking Me" - understanding Autism and Neurodivergence in Girls and Women
For many girls and women, the journey toward understanding themselves begins long before any formal diagnosis. What may first appear as...
Rebekah Advocate
May 27, 20252 min read
STOP The proposed childrens and wellbeing bill Now!!
Protect the Rights of Children with SEND: Speak Up Now A proposed new Bill on “Children and Wellbeing” could pose a serious threat to the...
Rebekah Advocate
May 26, 20253 min read
Understanding the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill and its Impact on SEND
🏛️ Overview of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill, introduced in December 2024, seeks...
Rebekah Advocate
May 20, 20253 min read
Happy children learn
Happy Children Learn: Creating Environments that Support Neurodivergent Learners It’s often said that happy children learn, and research...
Rebekah Advocate
May 13, 20252 min read


Understanding the EHCP Process for Special Educational Needs
The Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process can seem complex and daunting for many parents and guardians of children with special...
Rebekah Advocate
May 9, 20255 min read
New SEND Tribunal Bundle Rules: What Parents Need to Know — And Why It Matters
New SEND Tribunal Bundle Rules: What Parents Need to Know — And Why It Matters Navigating the SEND Tribunal process can be stressful,...
Rebekah Advocate
May 7, 20253 min read
You Don't Need a Diagnosis for Support: Understanding ASD, ADHD, and More
The belief that a formal diagnosis is required to receive support for ASD, ADHD, and other disorders in education is a myth. This...
Rebekah Advocate
Apr 26, 20253 min read
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