PART 2Children and young people with special educational needs

Assessments

Matters to be taken into account in securing an EHC needs assessment7.

When securing an EHC needs assessment a local authority must—

(a)

consult the child and the child's parent, or the young person and take into account their views, wishes and feelings;

(b)

consider any information provided to the local authority by or at the request of the child, the child's parent or the young person;

(c)

consider the information and advice obtained in accordance with regulation 6(1);

(d)

engage the child and the child's parent, or the young person and ensure they are able to participate in decisions; and

(e)

minimise disruption for the child, the child's parent, the young person and their family.