Local SEND context
For families in London, the practical question is not just how Haringey 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.
Haringey is responsible for 2,954 active EHC plans, with 204 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.
Haringey issued 89% of new EHCPs within the 20-week timescale (181 of 204). Timeliness is only one part of the picture: families should still check whether sections B, F and I are specific, quantified and enforceable.
Haringey's most recent Area SEND inspection outcome was positive. This provides useful background, but individual EHCP decisions still turn on the child's assessed needs, the available evidence and whether provision is written clearly enough to be enforceable.
Haringey covers families in Alexandra Park, Bounds Green, Bruce Castle, Crouch End, Fortis Green, Harringay, Hermitage & Gardens, Highgate, Hornsey, Muswell Hill, Noel Park, Northumberland Park, Seven Sisters, South Tottenham, St Ann's, Stroud Green, Tottenham Central, Tottenham Hale, West Green, White Hart Lane and Woodside and other areas within London.
These figures are drawn from the Department for Education's SEN2 data collection and published inspection information where available.
Active EHC Plans
2,954
New EHC Plans
204
Issued within 20 weeks
89%
181 of 204 new plans
Tribunal Cases
123
Mediation Cases
10
Local Offer
Visit Haringey's Local Offer websiteYou can request an EHC Needs Assessment directly from Haringey 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 Haringey Local Offer link on this page is a useful starting point for local forms, guidance and SEND team information.
If Haringey 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.
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.
In the latest published data, 89% of new EHCPs in Haringey 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.
