Glossary

Appeal
An appeal made by a parent against a Local Authority's decision regarding their child's special educational needs.

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 SEND stating their grounds for appeal.

Regulations
The law as it pertains to SEND as set down by parliament.

Response
A submission of evidence to the tribunal to support your case.

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.