What should go into the EHC Plan

EHC Plans outline the provision required to meet a young person’s individual needs.

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EHC Plans set good and relevant outcomes for a young person with SEND. It helps to identify needs and the support the young person needs for these. They also describe what the young person can do. They must be co-produced, positive and coherent.

**What should go into an EHC Plan **

The EHC plan must meet the requirements of the Act, Regulations and the Code. An annual review takes place every 12 months. For children under 5, this takes place every six months. This is where parents and carers are invited to find out about their young person’s progress. It also provides an opportunity for them to contribute their views. Any changes to the EHC Plan are discussed at these meetings. Interim targets are reviewed, and new ones are set if needed.

All the professionals who work with the young person should contribute to their EHC Plan. The EHC Plan should include:

• The young person's medical condition, its triggers, signs, symptoms and treatments.

• What the young person needs because of this. This includes any medication or other treatments.

• Other things to take into consideration such as time or facilities needed. This may include equipment, access to food and drink and dietary requirements.

• Consideration about the environment. These can include, crowded corridors, travel time between lessons and any adaptations needed.

• Specific support for the young person's needs. These needs can be educational, social or emotional. Examples of support can include extra time in exams, the use of rest periods, catch up sessions or counselling.

• The level of support the young person might need in class.

• When the EHC Plan will be annually reviewed.