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Costs
Comprehensive SEND Case Review Packages
At Little Steps SEND Ltd, we operate using a clear and transparent fixed-fee structure designed to give parents and young people confidence, clarity, and strategic direction when navigating the SEND system.
Full SEND Case Review
Fixed Fee: £295
Suitable for:
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EHCP reviews
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Requests for Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments
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Draft EHCP reviews
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General SEND case strategy and advice
Annual Review & Phase Transfer Strategic Review
Fixed Fee: £395
Designed specifically for:
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Annual Reviews
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Year 9 onwards “Preparation for Adulthood” planning
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Phase Transfer reviews
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Transition planning between educational settings
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Strategic positioning ahead of consultations and post-16 planning
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Tribunal preparation guidance for parents wishing to self-manage appeals.
This enhanced package includes a more detailed strategic review of the Annual Review process, timing considerations, supporting evidence, and recommendations aimed at strengthening the pupil or young person’s educational position as effectively as possible.
What Is Included
Our review packages provide a comprehensive analysis of:
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EHCP documentation
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Professional reports
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School paperwork
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Supporting evidence
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Existing provision and educational placement
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Areas of unmet need, gaps in provision, and legal enforceability concerns
Following review, parents receive:
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Detailed written recommendations
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Strategic guidance and next-step advice
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Suggested amendments where appropriate
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Practical advocacy-focused recommendations to strengthen confidence and decision-making
The aim of these packages is to empower parents and young people to move forward with greater confidence, understanding, and strategic clarity, often with little or no further involvement required.
Additional Information
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Fixed fees relate to document review, analysis, and written recommendations only.
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Attendance at meetings, ongoing casework, negotiations, or representation are charged separately.
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Any work outside the scope of the published fixed-fee packages is charged at our standard hourly rate of £85 per hour.
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A clear estimate of any additional work will always be provided in advance.
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All fees are payable in advance prior to work commencing.
SEND Tribunal appeals
We offer a capped fee price for each appeal which will enable you to budget at the beginning of the appeal process and set a maximum limit on what you will expect to pay for the case work involved. If your case settles before the hearing, you will be charged for the work completed at our standard hourly rate which may mean the cost of work is less than the capped fee detailed.
Tribunal extended powers appeals
For all rights of appeal to the Tribunal (excluding a refusal to carry out an EHC needs assessment), there is the option of asking the Tribunal to make non-binding recommendations about health and social care. These cases vary in complexity. If you are asking for the Tribunal to make recommendations about health and/or social care as part of your appeal, additional fees may apply. Any additional fees will vary depending on the nature and the complexity of the recommendations you are seeking. However, advice about this and an estimate of any extra fees will be provided at the earliest stage possible.
Additional costs & legal aid
Our fees reflect the time, expertise and level of involvement required at each stage of the process.
45-minute SEND strategy call £75
Letter review service £95
Document review (single doc) £145
Placement request letter £225
Medical evidence integration letter £225
Transport appeal letter £195
Phase transfer objection letter £225
Statutory assessment request letter £395
Draft EHCP response package £395
Annual review preparation package £395
Annual review attendance £495
School support strategy session £195
SENCO escalation letter £195
School not implementing EHCP letter £225
Reasonable adjustments letter £195
Exclusion strategy consultation £295
Representation at exclusion meeting £495
Exclusion appeal preparation £595
Stage 1 complaints LA or School at £250,
Stage 2 complaints LA or School at £325,
Stage 3 complaints (usually to a school) £450
Government and Social Care Ombudsman at £450.
The cost for non-appeal form completion is £350.
These fixed fees recognise the increasing complexity and preparation required at each stage and provide a one-off package price, as each step involves significant time, detailed review of documentation and ongoing communication.
If a parent or guardian informs us that they are experiencing financial difficulty, we will openly discuss the availability of payment plans, Legal Aid, and other charitable support services that may help to reduce or cover costs.
Please note that non-appeal form filling, postage, photocopying and reasonable travel expenses (where a face-to-face meeting is required) are not included within the above service fees.
All additional costs are clearly outlined in our Terms and Conditions, which you will receive and have the opportunity to review before deciding whether to proceed with any of our services.
You may be eligible for support under the Legal Aid Scheme. If you are unsure, you can check your eligibility on the official GOV.UK website. If you qualify for Legal Aid, you should apply directly through the appropriate channels.
