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Remarkable MindsToolPaste your draft EHC plan and get a free, section-by-section check against what the law says a plan should contain.
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Remarkable MindsToolUpload an EP, OT or clinical report and get a plain-English explanation of what it means for your child.
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Remarkable MindsToolA free chat assistant built on UK SEND law and guidance — ask about EHCPs, school support, appeals and next steps.
OpenSeeking a diagnosis
Understanding assessments, reports and what the words mean — before, during and after.
Autism information
Signs of autism, how to get a diagnosis, and support — what autism is and isn't.
ADHD information
ADHD symptoms, diagnosis pathways, treatments and support for children.
Dyslexia information for families
Dyslexia information, signs, assessment guidance and support for families and schools.
Disability advice & helpline
Free disability advice, family services and the Scope helpline.
Learning Disability Helpline
Free information and advice on learning disability via Mencap's Learning Disability Helpline.
ADHD and autism: the overlap explained
Research charity explainer on how autism and ADHD differ and overlap (AuDHD), the shared traits, and how often the two co-occur.
Getting an EHCP & SEN support
Applying for, building and checking support that's actually written down and enforceable.
Model letters & templates
Free, lawyer-written template letters for requesting an EHC needs assessment, responding to refusals and appealing.
SEND process flowcharts
Parent-written, expert-checked flowcharts and step-by-step guides through the EHCP and SEND process.
Special educational needs and disability — overview
Plain-English official overview of help at school, EHC plans, and what to do if you disagree with a decision.
Appealing an EHCP (with free helpline)
Free guidance plus a national SEN advice helpline (020 8538 3731) for parents preparing a SEND Tribunal appeal against an EHCP decision.
Asking for an EHC Needs Assessment - Legal Guidance
Free legal guidance explaining the legal test for an EHC needs assessment in England and what to do if your local authority refuses.
EHC needs assessments: parent guidance
Free guide to the EHC needs assessment, the legal threshold the LA must apply, a template request letter and what to do if you are refused.
School & education
Working with the setting day to day — adjustments, meetings and the graduated approach.
SEND process flowcharts
Parent-written, expert-checked flowcharts and step-by-step guides through the EHCP and SEND process.
Special educational needs in mainstream schools
Evidence-based classroom strategies for supporting pupils with SEND, in a free guidance report.
Dyslexia information for families
Dyslexia information, signs, assessment guidance and support for families and schools.
Special educational needs and disability — overview
Plain-English official overview of help at school, EHC plans, and what to do if you disagree with a decision.
ABC chart with guidance (printable template)
Free printable Antecedent-Behaviour-Consequence chart with guidance notes to record incidents and spot patterns to share with school or SENCO.
Asking for an EHC Needs Assessment - Legal Guidance
Free legal guidance explaining the legal test for an EHC needs assessment in England and what to do if your local authority refuses.
Everyday life at home
Sleep, sensory needs, meltdowns, anxiety and communication — practical help for daily life.
Sensory differences guidance
Understanding sensory sensitivity and seeking in autistic children, with practical adjustments for home and school.
Meltdowns guidance
What meltdowns are, why they happen, and how to help before, during and after one.
Sleep advice service
A free, tailored sleep support service for children with neurodevelopmental conditions, including a sleep guide.
Children's sleep resources
Practical, evidence-based help with children's sleep, including SEND-specific advice sheets.
Parents helpline
A free, confidential helpline for any adult worried about a child or young person's mental health.
Speech & language resources
Free tools and advice for supporting children's speech, language and communication needs.
Benefits & money
DLA, carer support and the financial help families with a disabled child are entitled to.
Benefits & money guides
Free guides on DLA, benefits and money for families with disabled children, plus a helpline.
Help & advice for carers
Rights, benefits and wellbeing support for parent carers, with free guides and a helpline.
Disability advice & helpline
Free disability advice, family services and the Scope helpline.
Learning Disability Helpline
Free information and advice on learning disability via Mencap's Learning Disability Helpline.
ADHD information and helpline for families
Contact's ADHD hub for parents of disabled children, with a free UK helpline (0808 808 3555), parent guides and links to specialist support.
Cerebra DLA Guide: step-by-step help with the form
Free question-by-question guide to completing a child's DLA claim form, with tips, example wording and how to appeal (England and Wales).
Transitions
New schools, new phases, growing up — keeping support in place through every change.
Preparing for adulthood & transitions
Guidance on the move to adulthood, post-16 and education-to-work transitions for young people with SEND.
Back to School Reset Worksheet
Free printable A4 worksheet (early years, primary and secondary versions) to gently help children ease back into routine after the summer.
Back to School Teacher Toolkit (50+ pages of symbols)
Free 50+ page PDF of visual timetables, reward charts and wellbeing supports to help non-readers settle back into school after the summer break.
Communication Passport Templates
Free passport templates (PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva, Book Creator) so a child who can't easily speak for themselves can share key info at transitions.
Dealing with Change (autism)
Free guidance on why change is hard for autistic people and practical strategies (countdowns, plan B/C, preparation) useful for transitions.
EHCP Annual Review (incl. Preparing for Adulthood)
Free guide to how EHCP annual reviews work, including the Year 9 onwards focus on preparing for adulthood and phase-transfer deadlines.
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