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SEND & EHCP support for families

When SEND feels overwhelming, we’ll help you find a way forward

You know your child. We’ll help you understand what they need, what support is available, and what to do next.

From EHCPs and paperwork to understanding your child’s needs and finding your way through the system, Seed & Sun offers warm, practical support when you’re not sure where to start.

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Your child at the heart.
Your family heard.

How we can help

Wherever you are in your journey, start here.

You don't need to know exactly what you need before you get in touch.

Whether you've only just started wondering about your child's needs or you're already navigating an EHCP, we're here to help you understand what's happening and work out what comes next.

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    I'm just beginning to wonder

    Your first steps

    You might be noticing behaviour or struggles at home or school that you don't quite understand.

    More about your first steps

    Perhaps your child is struggling with emotions, communication, learning, friendships or sensory needs and you're wondering what it all means.

    We can help you make sense of what you're seeing, talk through your concerns and explore practical things you can try at home and what support might be helpful next.

    You don't need a diagnosis or any plan before you ask for help.

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    I need help understanding my child's needs

    Understanding your child

    You can come to Seed & Sun before you have a diagnosis, EHCP or formal plan.

    More about understanding your child

    We'll listen to what you're noticing, help you make sense of your concerns and explore what support might be helpful next.

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    We need more support

    SEND Support & Family Guidance

    When things are becoming difficult, it can be hard to know what to ask for or where to turn.

    More about send support & family guidance

    We'll help you understand your child's needs, explore appropriate support, evaluate what support may already be in place and think through the next steps, whether that's home guidance and support, working with school, seeking further advice or completing referrals.

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    We're considering an EHCP

    EHCP Application

    An EHCP application can feel confusing, extensive and stressful, particularly when you're trying to explain your child's needs while navigating a complicated system.

    More about ehcp application

    We'll help you understand the process, gather your evidence and make sure your child's needs and your family's experiences are clearly represented.

    With a quick turnaround, we can help you move forward without unnecessary delays when you need support now.

    EHCP application support
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    We have a draft EHCP

    Understanding & Reviewing Your Draft

    An EHCP should tell the story of your child, their needs and clearly set out the support they need.

    More about understanding & reviewing your draft

    We'll help you work through the draft, identify what's missing, unclear or inaccurate, and write changes to strengthen the EHCP in a timely manner.

    Draft EHCP support
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    Annual review coming up?

    Annual Review Support

    An annual review is an opportunity to step back and ask: Is this plan still right for my child?

    More about annual review support

    We'll help you prepare, understand what should be considered and make sure your child's current needs, progress and aspirations are reflected accurately and clearly.

    We also offer supportive attendance to families who need it.

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    I need to understand our rights

    Our rights

    SEND law and guidance can feel like a language of its own.

    More about our rights

    We'll help you make sense of your child's entitlements, the support they should be receiving and what schools and settings are expected to do.

    From understanding SEND Support and school support plans to reasonable adjustments, the SEND Code of Practice and your rights, we'll help you understand what's expected and what to do when things don't feel right.

    You shouldn't have to know the law to know when something isn't working.

    Understand your rights
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    I need help putting it into words

    Need help putting it into words?

    Sometimes you know something needs to change, but finding the right words can feel impossible.

    More about need help putting it into words?

    We can help you put your concerns, requests and experiences clearly into writing, from letters to schools and professionals to supporting statements, including DLA applications.

    We'll help you communicate your child's needs clearly, confidently and in a way that reflects your family's experience.

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Our approach

You know your child. We'll help you make sense of the rest.

You know your child better than anyone.

You know what they are like on the good days, the difficult days and the days when something just doesn't feel quite right. You know what you've tried, what has helped and what you're worried about.

We bring the SEND knowledge and experience to help you make sense of it all. We'll listen to what you're seeing and experiencing, help you understand your child's needs, explain the options available to you and work out what the next step could look like.

No jargon. No judgement. No making you feel like you should already know the answers.

Just honest, practical support from a SEND specialist who wants to help you feel more confident advocating for your child.

What you can expect

Someone who really listens

We start with you, your child and what matters to your family.

We want to hear it all — the big things, the little things, the things that have been worrying you for months and even the things you might wonder are too small to mention.

Because sometimes the little details can tell us a lot. You know your child best, and your experience matters.

Clarity, not more confusion

SEND can feel like a whole new language.

SEN Support, EHCPs, CYPS, CAMHS, EP, OT, SALT reports, meetings, legislation and endless paperwork can quickly become overwhelming.

We'll break things down, explain what things actually mean and give you the space to ask questions.

You don't need to know the right words. Just tell us what's happening.

Practical help and a way forward

We're not here to give you another huge list of things to do.

We'll help you work out what matters, what your options are and what might be worth doing next, whether that's something you can try at home, a conversation with school, asking for more support, a referral or taking the next step in your SEND journey.

Support that meets you where you are

Maybe you're just beginning to wonder whether something isn't quite right.

Maybe you're looking for support at home or trying to understand what your child needs in school.

Maybe you're applying for an EHCP, reviewing a draft plan or preparing for an annual review.

Wherever you are, you can start here.

You stay at the centre

We're here to give you the knowledge, clarity and confidence to make informed decisions and advocate for your child.

Because you shouldn't have to become a SEND expert just to get the right support your child needs.

Keep taking the next step.

Sometimes you just need someone to talk it through with.

You don't need to have everything figured out before you get in touch. Tell us what's happening, what's worrying you, or simply what you're finding difficult. We'll listen, help you make sense of it and work out what might help next.

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    Tell us what's happening

    Book a FREE consultation at a time and in a way that suits you.

    We can talk by phone, video call, email or face to face.

    Tell us what's happening, what's worrying you and what you'd like help with. There's no need to have it all neatly explained — we'll take the time to listen.

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    Let's make a plan

    We'll listen to the detail, understand the bigger picture and talk through what you need.

    Together, we'll work out what would be most helpful and agree the next steps.

    You'll know what we're doing, why we're doing it and what happens next.

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    We'll take it from here

    Once we've agreed what you need, we'll get on with it.

    We'll complete the work promptly, keep you updated along the way and make sure you know what's happening at each stage.

    Our aim is to take some of the pressure off you, so you can focus on your child rather than chasing paperwork, working out what to say or wondering what's happening next.