Although we work with parents, carers, young people and schools to prevent disagreements, there may be times when you are unhappy with the decision made about the Education, Health and Care Plan. There are a number of things that you can do if you disagree with a decision. Contact us at senteam@gateshead.gov.uk for more information.
Arrange a meeting with us
If you let us know that you disagree with the decision that has been made, you will normally be invited to a meeting to try to resolve the...
Mediation
If you have attended a meeting with us and are still unhappy, you can ask for a mediation meeting. Mediation meetings can be held to try to resolve...
Appeal to the first-tier tribunal
If you are unhappy with our decision following the meeting, and your disagreement is about the education part of the EHC plan, you can appeal to the...
Appeals to the tribunal
Appeals can be made to the tribunal if we: will not carry out an education, health and care needs assessment following a request by the...