For parents in England
Support before diagnosis
You can ask school for help based on the needs you see today. Use these tools to prepare a conversation, agree support and keep track of what happens next.
Download the free toolkit (.txt)Editable plain text: open in a notes app or word processor, copy the sections you need, or print. No signup required.
Five tools, one manageable next step
You do not need to complete everything before asking for help. Start with the meeting email if you are unsure where to begin.
Request a school meeting
An email asking the teacher and SENCO to discuss needs, current support and a review date.
Needs and observations diary
Brief notes about situations, your child’s views, what is difficult and what helps. Include strengths and good days.
School support and review tracker
Record the support, who will provide it, when it starts and how you will review its effect together.
Follow up after a meeting
A short email to confirm actions and identify anything that still needs an answer.
Referral and service tracker
Keep contact dates, responses, waiting information and next steps together without confusing reminders with formal deadlines.