If your child isn't getting the education they're entitled to. I can tell you why, and what to do about it.
I spent nearly twenty years inside local authorities at senior level — commissioning provision, overseeing EHCPs and making the decisions that affect children like yours. I now work exclusively for families, using that knowledge to identify exactly where the system is failing your child and what can be done about it.
Parents Contact Me When:
Their child is out of school with no suitable provision in place
The local authority is refusing to fund or commission an education package
A draft EHCP has arrived and something doesn't look right
The school has said it cannot meet need
A tribunal is approaching and they don't know where to start
They've been told their only option is a placement they know is wrong
Why Instruct Me?
Most SEND consultants learned the system from the outside. I ran it from the inside. For nearly twenty years I worked inside local authorities at senior level — including commissioning EOTAS packages, overseeing EHCP production and managing SEND strategy. I know how plans are drafted, where provision is deliberately left vague, and what it takes to change that. I work only for families. Never local authorities.
Services
DIY Review - £95
Get the reassurance you need before you submit. My free guides, workbooks and pre-submission review service can help you avoid common mistakes and identify anything important you've missed.
EHCP Application Support - from £395
Applying for an EHCP can feel overwhelming. I'll help you build the strongest possible application and ensure the evidence clearly demonstrates your child's needs.
EHCP Draft Review Service - from £295
Your child's EHCP should clearly describe their needs and specify the support required. I'll identify weaknesses, missing provision and opportunities to strengthen the plan.
Tribunal Support - from £495
Tribunals are won on evidence, strategy and preparation. Whether you're appealing a placement, provision or EOTAS, I'll help you understand the strengths, weaknesses and next steps in your case.
EOTAS & Alternative Provision - from £395
When school is no longer working, understanding your options can be difficult. I'll help you explore EOTAS, alternative provision and funding options, and identify the strongest strategy for moving your case forward.
Issues identified in recent reviews
SALT provision recommended but not quantified
"Access to support" used instead of specified delivery
Sensory needs identified but no provision included
Placement reasoning contradicted by school evidence
Therapy written as optional rather than required
What Parents Say
“John-Paul has been assisting us and has been so helpful, personable and timely. It’s been great to have someone who is thinking about the position in a strategic manner”
Parent of Year 5 child — EHCP Application Stage
“I honestly don’t think I would have coped with the tribunal process, deadlines or working documents without John-Paul’s help.”
Parent appealing Sections B,F and I - SEND Tribunal
“I almost accepted the draft EHCP because I thought it would be easier - but it wasn’t accurate, specific or legally enforceable.”
Parent of child at nursery - Draft EHCP Review
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