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.