Progress at St John’s: A positive new chapter opens for Lucas
Since Lucas started full-time education and a residential placement at St John’s College, Brighton, we’re finally seeing signs of progress, purpose, and pride.
SEND Tribunals don’t just come with financial costs — they come with time, stress, and emotional pressure. This guide breaks down what you might face and how to prepare for it.
Lucas’s Journey: The battle for a suitable placement
As soon as the LEA approved a new placement for Lucas, everything went wrong — again. Here’s how we fought to secure the support he was legally entitled to.
If your child has an EHCP and is excluded — formally or informally — it’s not just upsetting, it may be unlawful. This guide explains your rights, what schools and LEAs can and can’t do, and the steps to take to protect your child’s education.
What happens after 16? Fighting for the right SEN placement
After thriving in a SEN school, Lucas turned 16 — and the support stopped. We were directed to a placement that didn’t work out and had to start the fight all over again.
When the school blames the parent: How our SEN fight began
When my son Lucas started showing signs of autism, his primary school didn’t support him — they blamed me. This is how our fight for the right SEN support began.
Going to tribunal can feel overwhelming — but you're not alone. We walk you through each stage of the process, what paperwork you’ll need, and how to build a strong case.
