Is SEND mediation free?
Yes, in most cases it is fully funded by the local authority.
SEND mediation
Specialist mediation to help resolve disagreements around Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including EHCPs, school placements, and support provision.
Overview of SEND mediation
SEND disputes can be stressful and emotionally overwhelming, since they involve the wellbeing or education of a child or young person. Whether the situation involves formal EHCP decisions, appeals, or long-standing breakdowns in communication, our experienced mediators offer impartial, trusted support every step of the way. Our experienced mediators help families, young people, children, and local authorities work together to find respectful, balanced outcomes, with the child’s needs always at the centre
Key benefits:
- Encourages understanding and cooperation
- Avoids lengthy, stressful tribunal processes
- Promotes child-focused decisions
- Always free of charge
Types of SEND disputes we support
SEND mediation can help resolve disagreements around:
- Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) decisions
- School or placement offers
- Level or type of support provided
- Delays or breakdowns in communication
- Appeals to SEND tribunal
Understanding the SEND mediation process
Our role is to support everyone involved in reaching a fair outcome, one that respects the voices of the child, their family, local authority officers and other professionals.
1
Contact our team
We’ll talk you through the process and your options
2
Arrange a mediation session
We organise a neutral space (virtual or in-person)
3
Take part in the mediation session
Guided by a professional, experienced and accredited mediator, all parties are supported to share their views, explore options, and agree a way forward
4
Agreement summary
We provide a written record of outcomes, which can support the formal SEND process
Why choose Global Mediation for SEND?
We’ve helped thousands of families and local authorities resolve complex, emotionally sensitive disputes, with empathy, impartiality, and professionalism. Our SEND mediation team includes experienced specialists with lived experience of the education system, disability, and youth support services.
Why people trust us:
SEND-accredited mediators with deep understanding of legislation
Trusted by families, local authorities, schools and other professionals
Calm, inclusive approach that supports better long-term relationships
Start your SEND mediation journey
If you’re a parent, carer, young person or professional needing support with a SEND disagreement, we’re here to help. Our highly trained team can speak with you confidentially about your situation and explain your options.
We’re available to take your call from 8am to 10pm, every day. You’ll be treated with empathy, care and confidentiality, whatever your situation.