Tom Richards
SENCO & EHCP Consultant · Bristol
About me
I spent 12 years as a SENCO in primary schools across Bristol and Bath. I've sat on the school side of the table for hundreds of EHCP meetings, annual reviews, and tribunal preparations - and now I help parents from their side.
I know exactly how the system works, where it falls short, and how to get your child the support they're entitled to. Whether you're starting an EHCP application, challenging a decision, or preparing for a school meeting, I can guide you through it step by step.
I'm also experienced in SEND law and can help you understand your rights as a parent. My goal is to make sure no family feels lost in the system.
Specialisms
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Qualifications
- PGCE Primary Education - University of Bristol
- National SENCO Award
- IPSEA SEND Law Training
- Level 3 Safeguarding
Reviews (3)
Tom is absolutely brilliant. He helped us prepare for our EHCP needs assessment and the whole process went so much smoother than we expected. He knew exactly what to include.
We were completely lost with the EHCP system until we found Tom. He explained everything clearly, helped us draft our application, and even joined our school meeting. Cannot recommend enough.
Tom helped us challenge a decision to refuse our son's EHCP. He was calm, knowledgeable, and gave us the confidence to push back. We won and our son now has the support he needs.