Advocacy Services for UK Parents
Practical, supportive 1:1 advocacy to help you navigate SEND, EHCPs, school meetings, exclusions, safeguarding, and social care processes, with clarity and calm.
Advocating for your child can feel exhausting and intimidating. You may know something isn’t right, but struggle to explain it clearly, put it in writing, or be taken seriously by professionals.
These services are designed to help you organise the situation, communicate effectively, and move forward with confidence, without burning yourself out or feeling lost in the system.
My role is to support you to understand the process, strengthen your communication, and take the next steps calmly and strategically.
Services Available
1. Parent Advocacy Session — £75 (60 minutes)
Best for clarity, direction, and a calm plan of action.
This session is ideal if you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what to do next.
You’ll receive:
- A clear understanding of what’s happening in your situation
- A step-by-step breakdown of realistic next steps
- Plain-English guidance on your options and the process
- Emotional support and confidence-building
- Help shaping a letter, email, or meeting script
- Guidance on documenting concerns and building a simple timeline
- A practical plan you can use immediately
UK parents only
Advocacy services are currently available to parents living in the UK, due to UK-specific education and SEND processes.
Book your Parent Advocacy Session
2. Letter Writing + Review Package — £120
Best for parents who need strong, calm, formal wording that gets taken seriously.
This is for you if you know what you want to say but are struggling to put it into writing or are worried your message will be dismissed.
Includes:
- One detailed letter or response (complaint, request, escalation, refusal to assess response, provision concerns, evidence challenge, etc.)
- Review of supporting documents (up to 10 pages)
- Revisions and a final polished version
- Guidance on where to send it and how to keep records
Request this service
3. School Meeting Preparation Package — £149
Best for going into meetings calm, prepared, and confident.
If meetings leave you flustered, emotional, or unheard, this package helps you walk in with structure and leave with clarity.
Includes:
- A clear breakdown of what to expect and how to prepare
- A personalised meeting script and key talking points
- Questions to ask so nothing gets forgotten
- What to say if you feel dismissed or interrupted
- Techniques to stay calm and confident under pressure
- Guidance on documenting the meeting properly afterward
Book this package
4. EHCP Review Package — £199
Best for parents who want to strengthen an EHCP and identify gaps early.
This package focuses on the sections that most affect day-to-day support.
I can review:
- Section B (needs)
- Section F (provision)
- Section I (placement)
- School and professional reports
- Provision detail, clarity, and specificity
You’ll receive:
- A structured review with clear notes
- Identification of weak, vague, or missing elements
- Suggested stronger wording
- Guidance for your parental contribution or challenge letter
Start your EHCP review
Why Parents Choose This Support
Parents come to this support because they don’t need more information — they need clarity, structure, and someone who understands.
This support is different because:
- You’re supported by someone with lived SEND parenting experience, not just theory
- Guidance is plain-English, calm, and practical — no jargon, no overwhelm
- Sessions focus on what actually moves things forward
- You leave with words to use, actions to take, and a clear plan
- Support is grounded in UK SEND, safeguarding, and education processes
- Emotional overwhelm is acknowledged, not dismissed
This is not about confrontation.
It’s about advocating clearly, confidently, and strategically for your child.
Investment & Value
These services are priced to reflect the time, preparation, experience, and emotional labour involved, while remaining accessible to parents who need support now.
You’re not paying for generic advice.
You’re paying for:
- Focused 1:1 attention
- Preparation before your session
- Clear structure and follow-up guidance
- Support that helps you avoid costly delays, mistakes, or burnout
- Words and strategies you can reuse again and again
Many parents book one session and reuse the tools, scripts, and confidence for months.
If you’re unsure where to start, the Parent Advocacy Session (£75) is the most effective first step.
How It Works
Step 1 — Book or Request Support
Choose the service that fits your situation and book your session or submit a request. You’ll receive simple instructions on what to share beforehand.
Step 2 — Share Key Information
You can provide relevant background or documents so our time together is focused and productive. Nothing unnecessary or overwhelming.
Step 3 — Get Clarity & a Calm Plan
We organise what’s happening, strengthen your communication, and agree on clear next steps you can take immediately.
You leave knowing:
- what matters most
- what to say
- what to do next
- how to protect your energy while advocating
What to Prepare Before a Session
You do not need to prepare long documents or understand the law before booking.
After booking, you’ll receive a short email explaining exactly what (if anything) to send in advance.
In most cases, this includes:
- A brief summary of what’s happening (bullet points are fine)
- The main question you want help with
- Any key documents directly related to your concern (if relevant)
You do not need to:
- Write a full timeline
- Understand legislation
- Prepare perfect wording
- Send everything you have
If you’re unsure what’s relevant, bring nothing — we’ll work it out together.
The aim is to reduce your mental load, not add to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a solicitor or lawyer?
No. I am not a solicitor or legal representative. I provide advocacy support, guidance, and educational help based on lived experience and understanding of UK SEND and safeguarding processes.
What can you help me with?
I can help you understand processes, prepare letters and complaints, organise evidence, prepare for meetings, and communicate clearly and confidently.
What can’t you do?
I cannot give legal advice, represent you in court or tribunal, contact third parties on your behalf, or conduct reserved legal activities.
Do I need to understand the law before booking?
No. You bring the situation. I help you make sense of it.
How quickly will I receive support?
Sessions are usually available within a few days. Written support typically has a 3–5 working day turnaround unless agreed otherwise.
What if I’m not sure which service I need?
Start with a Parent Advocacy Session. It’s the best first step if you’re unsure.
Do you offer refunds?
Sessions are non-refundable due to preparation time, but rescheduling is possible with reasonable notice.
Important Note
These services provide advocacy support, structure, guidance, and templates.
They are not legal advice and do not replace advice from a qualified solicitor or legal professional.
I do not:
- represent you in court or tribunal
- act as your legal representative
- contact schools, councils, or professionals on your behalf
- conduct reserved legal activities under UK law
Where appropriate, I will signpost you to specialist legal support or reputable organisations.