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EHCP Assessment Request Letter Template
How to request local authority carry out Education Health and Care Plan assessment — what to include, your legal rights, and a free letter generator.
← All Letter Templates · School Rights · Last updated 18 August 2026
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If you need to request local authority carry out Education Health and Care Plan assessment, a written letter is the recommended first step — it creates a clear record and shows you're pursuing the matter formally. Below is what a strong ehcp assessment request should include, plus a free tool to generate yours.
What this letter needs to cover
- Describe the child's needs and why current provision is insufficient
- Reference the Children and Families Act 2014
- State the 20-week statutory timescale
- Request written acknowledgement within 6 weeks of whether an assessment will be carried out
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