SEN Advocacy & EHCP Support in Camden
Local SEND context
EHCP and SEN advocacy insight for Camden
For families in London, the practical question is not just how Camden performs on paper, but what the local data means for a child who needs support now. The figures below help identify where delays, disputes or evidence gaps may create pressure points.
Camden is responsible for 1,645 active EHC plans, with 175 new plans recorded in the latest 2025 data. For parents, that means EHCP decisions are being made inside a busy local system where clear evidence and a well-structured request can make a material difference.
Looking at the trend rather than a single year, EHC plans in Camden have risen 19% since 2018 — from 1,385 to 1,645 in 2025. A rising caseload can mean longer waits and more pressure on decision-making, so preparing a strong request matters more, not less.
Camden issued 82% of new EHCPs within the 20-week timescale (143 of 175). Timeliness is only one part of the picture: families should still check whether sections B, F and I are specific, quantified and enforceable.
Camden covers families in Belsize, Bloomsbury, Camden Square, Camden Town, Fortune Green, Frognal, Gospel Oak, Hampstead Town, Haverstock, Highgate, Holborn & Covent Garden, Kentish Town North, Kentish Town South, Kilburn, King's Cross, Primrose Hill, Regent's Park, South Hampstead, St Pancras & Somers Town and West Hampstead and other areas within London.
How many children in Camden have an Education, Health and Care Plan?
These figures are drawn from the Department for Education's SEN2 data collection and published inspection information where available.
Active EHC Plans
1,645
New EHC Plans
175
Issued within 20 weeks
82%
143 of 175 new plans
Tribunal Cases
57
Progress over time in Camden
Every year of published data for Camden, so you can see the trend rather than a single snapshot.
Active EHC Plans
Issued within 20 weeks
Practical next steps for families in Camden
- Check Camden's Local Offer for the current EHC needs assessment process, forms and SEND team contact details.
- Prepare a concise evidence bundle showing the child's needs, current support, what is not working and why an EHCP may be necessary.
- Track each statutory EHCP stage in writing, even where Camden's headline timeliness data looks stronger.
- Before appealing, identify the exact decision being challenged and the evidence needed to support each issue.
- Consider early SEN advocate support if you need help with evidence, EHCP wording, mediation or SEND tribunal preparation.
Local Resources
Local Offer
Visit Camden's Local Offer websiteOther local authorities we cover in London
SEN advocacy and EHCP support is also available for families in these neighbouring London authorities:
EHCP and SEN advocacy FAQs for Camden
How do I request an EHC Needs Assessment from Camden?
You can request an EHC Needs Assessment directly from Camden local authority. The strongest requests usually include clear school evidence, professional reports where available, examples of unmet need and a concise explanation of why SEN Support is not enough. The Camden Local Offer link on this page is a useful starting point for local forms, guidance and SEND team information.
What can I do if Camden refuses to assess or issue an EHCP?
If Camden refuses to assess or refuses to issue an EHCP after assessment, parents and young people usually have a right of appeal to the SEND Tribunal. You should read the decision letter carefully, note the appeal deadline and request mediation information before deciding how to proceed.
How can a SEN advocate help with Camden EHCP problems?
A SEN advocate can help by reviewing evidence, strengthening the EHC needs assessment request, checking draft EHCP wording and preparing the issues for mediation or SEND Tribunal.
Are EHCP delays common in Camden?
In the latest published data, 82% of new EHCPs in Camden were issued within the 20-week timescale, so families should keep dated records and follow up missed deadlines. If your case is delayed, ask for written updates, keep copies of every submission and consider taking advice before accepting a weak draft plan.