🌟 EHCP Guidance for Families (Kent County Council) 🌟

An Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) helps children and young people with special educational needs get the right support at school and beyond. Here’s how Kent County Council can help your family:

📘 What is an EHCP?
An EHCP sets out the education, health, and social care support a child or young person needs. Find out more here.

📝 Requesting an EHC Needs Assessment (EHCNA)
You can apply for an assessment if you feel your child needs extra support. Learn how to request one.

⚖️ Decisions and Criteria
Kent County Council will consider evidence before deciding if an EHCP is needed. Read about the decision process.

📅 The EHCP Process and Timescales
The full EHCP process usually takes up to 20 weeks. See what happens during an assessment.

🔄 Annual Reviews
EHCPs are reviewed every year to make sure the right support is still in place. Read about annual reviews.

🗣️ Your Child’s Voice
Kent has developed new tools (Appendix 1A and 1B) to capture your child’s strengths, aspirations, and personality. See the updated guidance.

🤝 Need Help?
You can always contact your child’s class teacher, the school’s Inclusion Leader, or visit the Kent SEND pages for more information.