The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill has been presented as a major reform to improve safeguarding, strengthen attendance, and enhance support for vulnerable pupils. However, for families of children with complex additional needs — including those with Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans, disabilities, chronic illnesses, or mental-health challenges — the Bill introduces provisions that could create significant new risks, barriers, and unintended harm. Based on a detail

Why daily activities matter for evidence EHCP panels and DLA assessors want to know how needs affect daily life. Capturing not just what happens but how often and how much assistance your child requires is what makes evidence powerful. What to track for EHCPs and DLA Routine tasks: dressing, washing, eating, toileting. Assistance level: Independent / Prompt / Some help / Full assistance. Time taken: use pre-set buckets so entries are quick (<5, 5–15, 15–30, >30). Context: loc

Practical tips on collecting and presenting evidence for a Disability Living Allowance (DLA) claim for children. Use trackers and exports to make your application stronger.