Website Terms and Disclaimer
Using this website
SEND Lantern provides general information to help families understand possible SEND-related options, questions and next steps. The website is intended as a starting point for further enquiries and should not be relied upon as the only source of information when making decisions about a child’s education, health or support.
Not professional advice
Content on SEND Lantern does not constitute:
• Medical advice
• A diagnosis
• Legal advice
• Educational psychology advice
• A professional assessment
• A guarantee of eligibility for any service, assessment or support
Families should seek advice from an appropriately qualified professional where individual advice or assessment is required.
Independence
SEND Lantern is operated by Send Lantern Ltd and is an independent platform. SEND Lantern is not part of the NHS, a local authority, a school or any service provider listed or mentioned on the website.
Service availability
Services, eligibility criteria, referral routes, waiting times, prices and geographic coverage may change. Users should confirm current information directly with the relevant organisation or provider.
External links
The website may link to external organisations, guidance and service providers. SEND Lantern Ltd is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices or services of external websites.
Providers and introductions
Mentioning a service or introducing a family to a provider does not guarantee that the service is suitable, available or able to achieve a particular result. Families remain responsible for checking a provider’s qualifications, registrations, experience, safeguarding arrangements, insurance, terms and fees before purchasing or accepting a service.
Accuracy of information
Reasonable efforts are made to keep information useful and current, but SEND Lantern Ltd cannot guarantee that all information will always be complete, accurate or up to date.
Liability
Nothing on this page excludes liability where it would be unlawful to do so. Subject to applicable law, SEND Lantern Ltd is not responsible for decisions made solely on the basis of general website information or for the actions of independent third parties.
Contact
Questions about these terms can be sent to: enquires@sendlantern.co.uk
Last updated: July 2026
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.