FREE Canary SEND Toolkit: How to Request an EHCP (Guide + Editable Letter Template)

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Requesting an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) is the very first step in securing an EHCP for your child — and it can feel daunting. That’s why we’ve created this free How to Request an EHCP Toolkit, designed to take out the stress and guesswork.

Inside you’ll find:

  • Step 1: The Guide (PDF, 3 pages)
    A short, parent-friendly explainer covering:

    • What an EHC Needs Assessment is.

    • The legal test your local authority must apply.

    • Practical tips on gathering evidence and looking after yourself through the process.

  • Step 2: The Editable Letter Template (Word Doc)
    A ready-to-customise letter you can adapt to your child’s situation. Includes prompts for:

    • Capturing your child’s strengths, personality, and aspirations.

    • Linking needs to the correct parts of the law (Children and Families Act 2014).

    • Referencing professional input and unmet needs.

    • Making a clear, legally-sound request under Section 36(1).

📄 Format: PDF (Guide) + Word (.docx) (Letter Template)
💡 Best for: Parents at the very start of their EHCP journey

Together, these resources give you everything you need to make a strong, confident first request for an EHCP.

Requesting an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) is the very first step in securing an EHCP for your child — and it can feel daunting. That’s why we’ve created this free How to Request an EHCP Toolkit, designed to take out the stress and guesswork.

Inside you’ll find:

  • Step 1: The Guide (PDF, 3 pages)
    A short, parent-friendly explainer covering:

    • What an EHC Needs Assessment is.

    • The legal test your local authority must apply.

    • Practical tips on gathering evidence and looking after yourself through the process.

  • Step 2: The Editable Letter Template (Word Doc)
    A ready-to-customise letter you can adapt to your child’s situation. Includes prompts for:

    • Capturing your child’s strengths, personality, and aspirations.

    • Linking needs to the correct parts of the law (Children and Families Act 2014).

    • Referencing professional input and unmet needs.

    • Making a clear, legally-sound request under Section 36(1).

📄 Format: PDF (Guide) + Word (.docx) (Letter Template)
💡 Best for: Parents at the very start of their EHCP journey

Together, these resources give you everything you need to make a strong, confident first request for an EHCP.