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SEND guidance for families across the areas we cover

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Lighting the way through SEND

Find trusted EHCP support, educational psychologists, therapists and SEND services in your local area.

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Choose the path that feels closest to your situation. We’ll help you understand what comes next.

EHCP Help

Understand the EHCP process, what stage you are at, and what support may help.

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EHCP Help

Understand the EHCP process, what stage you are at, and what support may help.

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Autism Support

Find guidance around signs, assessment options, diagnosis and ongoing support.

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Autism Support

Find guidance around signs, assessment options, diagnosis and ongoing support.

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ADHD Support

Understand ADHD assessment routes, school support and practical next steps.

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ADHD Support

Understand ADHD assessment routes, school support and practical next steps.

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School Support

Get help with school concerns, SEN support, communication and escalation.

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School Support

Get help with school concerns, SEN support, communication and escalation.

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Assessments

Explore educational psychology, autism, ADHD, speech and language, and other assessment options.

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Assessments

Explore educational psychology, autism, ADHD, speech and language, and other assessment options.

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Therapy & Support

Find therapeutic, emotional, behavioural and family support options.

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Therapy & Support

Find therapeutic, emotional, behavioural and family support options.

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Not Sure Where To Start

Answer a few simple questions and we’ll guide you to the right starting point.

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Not Sure Where To Start

Answer a few simple questions and we’ll guide you to the right starting point.

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Guidance

Plain-English guidance

Understand your options without jargon.

Plain-English guidance

Understand your options without jargon.

Local SEND support

For families across the areas we cover.

Local SEND support

For families across the areas we cover.

Next steps, not overwhelm

Know what to do next and which type of support may help.

Next steps, not overwhelm

Know what to do next and which type of support may help.

Types of professional support

These are support categories rather than named provider listings, including SEND advocacy, educational psychology, autism and ADHD assessment, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy.

Not sure what support you need?

That’s a completely valid place to begin. Start with a few simple questions and we’ll help you find a sensible first step.

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Independent guidance for families

SEND Lantern is an independent guidance platform operated by SEND Lantern Ltd. We help families explore special educational needs and disabilities support, possible next steps and relevant services. SEND Lantern is not part of the NHS, a local authority, a school or any individual service provider. Information on this website is general guidance and should not be treated as medical, legal or educational advice.