Request an EHC needs assessment

If you are asked to contribute to an assessment, we will ask you to provide written advice within 6 weeks from the date of our request.

For practical advice on writing advice for assessments, download Essex Information for Evidence Writers - Writing outcomes-focused advice (Word, 1MB). This guidance has been written in collaboration by colleagues across Education, Health and Social Care on behalf of all services in Essex that support children and young people with SEND. It is relevant for all professionals that write statutory advice for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments in Essex. 

To help structure your written advice download the relevant template from the following list:

• Educational psychologist (EP) template (Word, 88KB)​
• Occupational therapy (OT) or physiotherapy template (Word, 40KB)
• Paediatricians template (Word, 132KB)
• Social care template (Word, 80KB)
• Speech and language therapy (SALT) template (Word, 140KB)

Regional Guidance on Health Advice

• Health EHCP Self Assessment Tool (PDF, 226KB)
• EHCP Principles PowerPoint Presentation (PDF, 745KB)