Supporting families, schools and professionals across England through telephone, video and face-to-face consultations.
Qualified Primary School Teacher
IPSEA SEND Law Levels 1, 2 & 3
15+ Years in Education
Independent SEND Consultant & Advocate
Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or confused trying to secure the right support for a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? You’re not alone — and you’re in the right place.
At EHCP Solutions, I provide independent SEND consultancy, advocacy and practical support to help parents, carers and professionals navigate the often complex world of SEND. Whether you need help requesting an EHC needs assessment, reviewing an EHCP, preparing for mediation, resolving issues with your Local Authority or understanding your legal rights, I’m here to guide you with clear, professional advice.
While it’s possible to manage the process yourself, SEND law and Local Authority procedures can be confusing, time-consuming and emotionally exhausting. My aim is to make the process clearer, reduce the stress and help you secure the support your child needs.
My name is Robyn Stevenson, and I am a mother of three, including a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). I am also a qualified Primary School Teacher with a First-Class degree in Health and Community Studies. Having spent over 15 years working within education, I have seen first-hand the challenges schools face in supporting children with SEND. However, it was the birth of my own child with additional needs in 2019 that truly reshaped my journey and passion.
Navigating the complex world of SEND support has been a deeply personal and often overwhelming experience. From attending countless appointments to completing endless paperwork and advocating for my child’s rights, I gained invaluable first-hand experience of the Education, Health and Care (EHC) process. Like many families, I experienced the frustrations, delays and challenges of navigating a system that can often feel overwhelming. Thankfully, my own child now has an EHCP in place, and that journey inspired me to help other families achieve the support their children deserve.
Since establishing EHCP Solutions, my role has grown far beyond supporting EHC Needs Assessment requests. I now provide independent SEND consultancy and advocacy, helping families, schools and professionals with EHC Needs Assessment requests, EHCP reviews, mediation support, Local Authority complaints, SEND law, meetings with schools and professionals, and navigating every stage of the SEND process. I have also completed IPSEA SEND Law Levels 1, 2 and 3, enabling me to provide informed, practical guidance based on current SEND legislation and statutory guidance.
I firmly believe that every child deserves access to a quality education, the opportunity to thrive and the support they need to reach their full potential. Securing appropriate provision can be challenging, but families should never feel they have to face the process alone.
My aim is to provide clear advice, practical support and compassionate advocacy, helping parents, carers, schools and professionals navigate the SEND process with confidence and achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
I am here to help you navigate the SEND process with confidence.
EHCP Solutions offers personalised, compassionate, and expert guidance through the EHCP process — ensuring no family feels lost or overwhelmed.
Years of experience navigating EHCP and DLA applications, including mediation support — so you don’t have to face the process alone.
Clear, compelling wording that strengthens your EHCP or DLA submission and highlights your child’s unique needs.
I listen. I support. I explain everything in plain language so you feel confident every step of the way.
No hidden costs or surprises. You’ll know exactly what’s included with every service.
Clear explanations and honest answers, without jargon or confusion.
From your first enquiry to securing the right SEND support, I'll provide clear, practical guidance through EHC Needs Assessments, EHCPs, mediation, advocacy and beyond.
I help craft clear, compelling requests that reflect your child’s needs and maximise chances of support.
Personalised, compassionate support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
EHCP Solutions has supported me to apply for DLA on behalf of my 6 year old son who
we suspect is autistic.
Robyn is incredibly knowledgeable and professional as well as being warm,
approachable and friendly.
For us this felt like a huge deal, we were unsure if we should apply as we are yet to get
an official diagnosis but Robyn put us at ease, she answered every question we had,
she couldn’t do more. I felt able to share everything with her and trusted her completely.
Would definitely recommend EHCP Solutions.
Parent
Parent
Parent
I found myself in an extremely overwhelming situation, navigating numerous uncertainties and unfamiliar aspects of the EHCP process while trying to secure the appropriate support for my daughter. During this time, I reached out to Robyn, who provided clear, practical, and highly constructive advice, always communicated in accessible language without unnecessary jargon. She also attended school meetings with me, offering invaluable guidance and reassurance.
Robyn is not only a highly knowledgeable source of information but also an exceptional source of support during what has been a very challenging period. She consistently goes above and beyond her role, demonstrating genuine care and a strong commitment to advocacy of the highest standard.
I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of guidance and support
Parent
I would highly recommend Robyn, she did an amazing job with my son’s EHCP request.
All I had to do was give Robyn all my information about my son and his appointments
etc. Robyn wrote a draft of the EHCP request, sent me a copy, then we met again for
the final amendments. Once I was happy with it, the request was sent. Robyn was so
helpful and this took a huge weight off my shoulders. I can’t thank her enough.
Parent
Robyn worked for me as a class teacher, she was always committed and highly
organised. She never faulted to put the children and their individual needs to the
forefront of her planning. Robyn was an outstanding practitioner and children loved
being in her class for the fun learning they received.
Headteacher
Special Educational Needs (SEN) refer to a learning difficulty or disability that requires a child to receive additional or different support in order to reach their full potential. This support, called Special Educational Provision (SEP), goes beyond what is typically offered to other children of the same age.
A child with SEN might:
Struggle more than peers with learning
Have a disability that makes it harder to access school resources or equipment
The aim of SEP is to help these children fully participate in education and achieve success through tailored support suited to their unique needs.
An EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) is a legally binding document for children and young people aged 0–25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It outlines:
The individual's education, health, and social care needs
The support required from the Local Authority
The expected outcomes of that support
An EHCP is designed for those who need more support than what is typically available in a standard school setting.
No — a formal diagnosis is not required to apply for an EHCP. The process is based on need, not diagnosis. If your child has significant difficulties in education that require more support than the school can offer, you can request an assessment.
That said, having a diagnosis (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia) may help by providing supporting evidence of your child's needs — but the absence of a diagnosis should never stop you from applying.
An EHCP consists of multiple sections (labeled A–K) and includes:
Details about the child's strengths and aspirations
Identified needs across education, health, and care
Specific support provisions
Named outcomes and monitoring strategies
This structured approach ensures the support is carefully matched to the individual’s needs.
The EHCP process involves five key stages:
Identify – Recognising the need for additional support
Assess – The Local Authority assesses the child’s needs
Plan – An EHCP is drafted if assessment results show it’s needed
Action – The support plan is put into place
Review – The plan is reviewed annually to ensure it’s still appropriate
From start to finish, the process should take no longer than 20 weeks:
By week 6: LA decides whether to assess
By week 16: Decision made on whether to issue a plan
By week 20: Final EHCP issued
If a draft is proposed, parents/carers have 15 days to respond with feedback before it is finalised.
If your Local Authority refuses to carry out an EHC needs assessment, you have two options:
Request mediation
Appeal the decision to the SEND Tribunal
The LA will provide details about how to access mediation or begin the appeal process in their decision letter.
Mediation is an informal process that helps resolve disagreements between you and the Local Authority, using a neutral third-party mediator. You can bring a supporter with you.
After mediation, a certificate is issued stating whether the issue was resolved. If it wasn’t, you can use that certificate to formally submit an appeal to the SEND Tribunal.
The SEND Tribunal is a legal body that hears appeals against decisions made by the Local Authority about EHCPs.
They:
Review the case independently
Follow the law and the SEND Code of Practice
Consider all evidence from both parties
This process is free, and you may be eligible for legal aid to help prepare your case.
If you feel your child’s needs aren’t being met, appealing can be an important next step. The appeal process ensures your concerns are heard and judged fairly. Whether through mediation or tribunal, many families find that appealing leads to a more accurate assessment of their child’s needs and the support required.
