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SECTION 9 — APPEALS, EVIDENCE & TRIBUNALS (81–90)
Q: Are appeals decided based on evidence rather than emotion?
A: Yes. The Tribunal focuses on documented needs and provision. Q: Why do many SEN appeals succeed? A: Because SEN law strongly protects children’s needs, and evidence often supports the parent’s case. Q: Do expert reports matter? Yes. They carry significant weight. Q: Does calm disagreement help? A: Yes. It strengthens your position. Q: Must schools provide evidence, too? A: Yes. They must show what they’ve done. Q: Does the Tribunal look at the whole child, not just academic data? A: Yes. The Tribunal considers communication, emotional wellbeing, behaviour, sensory needs, social interaction and academic progress. Decisions are based on a complete understanding of the child. Q: Must schools provide evidence of what support they’ve delivered? A: Yes. Schools must show detailed records of interventions, progress monitoring and reviews. Vague statements are not sufficient. Q: Can I submit evidence close to the Tribunal deadline? A: Yes. You may submit updated reports, emails, work samples or medical information up to the official deadline. Q: Will the Tribunal judge my parenting? A: No. The Tribunal focuses solely on your child’s needs and the suitability of current or proposed support. Q: Can I ask for a review or appeal again if circumstances change? A: Maybe. You can request a review if circumstances can be proved to have materially changed, but you can only appeal a Tribunal decision on a point of law, not fact. |
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