IPSEA

How They Help: Legal advice and advocacy for families of children with SEND
Who It’s For: Families of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England

Overview
IPSEA (Independent Provider of Special Education Advice) is the leading charity specialising in SEND law. They provide free, independent legal advice, casework support, and training to help families secure the education and support their children are legally entitled to.

The organisation works to ensure local authorities and schools comply with the law, challenges unlawful decisions, and influences national SEND policy. IPSEA’s mission is to empower families and uphold the rights of children and young people with SEND to receive a suitable education.