Glossary
Appeal
An appeal made by a parent against a Local Education Authority's decision regarding their child's special educational needs.
Case Statements
A submission of evidence to the tribunal to support your case.
Claim
A claim of disability discrimination made by a parent against their child's school.
Disability Discrimination Claims
A claim of discrimination made against a school.
Notice of Appeal
A parents submission of an appeal to SENDIST stating their grounds for appeal.
Regulations
The law as it pertains to SENDIST as set down by parliament.
Statement of Special Educational Needs
Document issued by the Local Authority describing a child's special educational needs.
Part 2 – Appeals pertaining to the needs of a child as described in a statement of special educational needs.
Part 3 – Appeals pertaining to the provision of a child as described in a statement of special educational needs.
Part 4 – Appeals pertaining to the placement of a child as described in a statement of special educational needs.
Statutory Assessment
Assessment of a child's special educational needs made by a local authority.
