If the Local Authority (LA) decides to carry out an Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessment they will allocate a SEND Officer, who will be responsible for collecting all of the relevant information from education, health and care professionals.

This information will focus on:

• you and your child’s aspirations and views
• your child’s education, health and care needs
• the desired outcomes for your child
• the special educational, health and care provision that might be required to meet their needs and achieve the desired outcomes