Local authority SEND teams across England are working hard to improve the clarity and consistency of Education, Health and Care Plans.

One area that consistently comes up in discussions about EHCP quality is specific and quantified provision.

This is a legal requirement - and a fundamental part of making plans workable in practice. In this video, we explore how councils are approaching this challenge and what’s emerging from that work.

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Why this matters

Provision that is clear and specific helps ensure that:

• Schools understand exactly what needs to be delivered
• Families know what support to expect
• Plans are easier to implement and review
• Local authorities can confidently explain and defend decisions

When provision is vague or conditional, it can lead to confusion, inconsistency, and challenge.

What we’re seeing in practice

Through our work with councils, we often see how time pressure and complexity can lead to wording such as “regular support”, “access to therapy”, “as required”.

While well intentioned, these phrases can mean different things to different people, creating uncertainty in delivery.

Part of the Spotlight Series

This video is part of our Inside EHCP Genie: The Spotlight Series, where we share insights from working alongside local authorities.

Watch our previous video exploring The Golden Thread in EHCPs here.  

Coming next:

• Writing stronger SMART outcomes
• Identifying gaps and inconsistencies in EHCPs
• Improving EHCP templates and consistency

Working to improve EHCP quality across your service?

We’re happy to share what other councils are learning in practice or how their learnings may support your authority.

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