SEN Advocacy & EHCP Support in Kensington and Chelsea
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EHCP and SEN advocacy insight for Kensington and Chelsea
For families in London, the practical question is not just how Kensington and Chelsea 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.
Kensington and Chelsea is responsible for 880 active EHC plans, with 99 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 Kensington and Chelsea have risen 43% since 2018 — from 617 to 880 in 2025. A rising caseload can mean longer waits and more pressure on decision-making, so preparing a strong request matters more, not less.
Kensington and Chelsea issued 93% of new EHCPs within the 20-week timescale (92 of 99). Timeliness is only one part of the picture: families should still check whether sections B, F and I are specific, quantified and enforceable.
Kensington and Chelsea covers families in Abingdon, Brompton & Hans Town, Campden, Chelsea Riverside, Colville, Courtfield, Dalgarno, Earl's Court, Golborne, Holland, Norland, Notting Dale, Pembridge, Queen's Gate, Redcliffe, Royal Hospital, St. Helen's and Stanley and other areas within London.
How many children in Kensington and Chelsea 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
880
New EHC Plans
99
Issued within 20 weeks
93%
92 of 99 new plans
Tribunal Cases
38
Mediation Cases
4
Progress over time in Kensington and Chelsea
Every year of published data for Kensington and Chelsea, so you can see the trend rather than a single snapshot.
Active EHC Plans
Issued within 20 weeks
Practical next steps for families in Kensington and Chelsea
- Check Kensington and Chelsea'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 Kensington and Chelsea'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.
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EHCP and SEN advocacy FAQs for Kensington and Chelsea
How do I request an EHC Needs Assessment from Kensington and Chelsea?
You can request an EHC Needs Assessment directly from Kensington and Chelsea 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 Kensington and Chelsea Local Offer link on this page is a useful starting point for local forms, guidance and SEND team information.
What can I do if Kensington and Chelsea refuses to assess or issue an EHCP?
If Kensington and Chelsea 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 Kensington and Chelsea 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 Kensington and Chelsea?
In the latest published data, 93% of new EHCPs in Kensington and Chelsea 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.