Transitioning between phases of education can be an exciting yet daunting time for children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). As they move from primary to secondary school or from secondary to post-16 education, various changes can impact their emotional and academic journeys. Understanding the phase transfer process is crucial to ensuring these transitions are smooth and supportive.

On 18th September 2025, the Education Committee published its Solving the SEND Crisis report. At The SEN Expert, we were struck by both the honesty of this document and its urgency. It doesn’t shy away from the truth: the system is broken, families have lost trust, and professionals are working within structures that simply cannot cope. But it also sets out practical, long-term solutions. The question is—will government finally listen?

School attendance is an important aspect of a child’s educational journey, but for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), maintaining regular attendance can present challenges. As a parent, understanding these challenges, knowing your child’s rights, and working collaboratively with schools can help create a positive and inclusive learning experience.

Mainstream schools are inclusive environments where children with a variety of needs can learn and thrive alongside their peers. However, it’s important to recognize that children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) may need additional support to help them succeed. The good news is that simple strategies can make a big difference in supporting SEND children in a mainstream setting. Whether you’re a parent or a teacher, there are easy ways to make learning more accessible and enjoyable for children with SEND.

 Is Your Child on the SEND Register but Doesn’t Have an EHCP? Here’s What You Should Expect

If you're a parent of a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), you may be familiar with the Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP). While the process of getting one in place can seem like a lot of paperwork, meetings, and jargon, it’s one of the most important tools you have to ensure your child receives the right support at school, home, and in the wider community.

If you’re a parent of a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), you might have heard about the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, introduced in December 2024. But what does it actually mean for you and your child? ‍

Selecting a Speech and Language Therapist to work with can be a daunting and challenging task. If you’re not exclusively using an NHS Speech and Language Therapist (SLT), so you’re looking for some private SLT support, it can feel like you’ve got a big decision to make. In this blog Kate, founder of We Can CommuniKate Speech & Language Therapy and the Pippin App, discusses some of the things to look out for.

Echolalia is the repetition of words, phrases, or sentences. Echolalia may be immediate, where the person repeats what they have just heard, or delayed, where they repeat phrases or sentences they have heard in the past. Learn more about how you can support a person who uses Echolalia. 

Finding community isn’t always easy to do. It can be really scary and difficult putting yourself out there and making these connections. This blog discusses a mother's experience of finding her support network.