Petition · Department for Education
Revise the SEND Reforms to retain EHCP beyond Primary>Secondary transition
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34 signatures
What the petition asks
The consultation proposes that children will retain their EHCP until the end of their current phase of education. We believe this needs to be revised so that it is retained beyond the Transition from Primary to Secondary.
While I understand the intention to streamline the system, the transition from primary to secondary school is one of the most vulnerable points in a child’s educational journey.
For pupils with SEND, the existing EHCP provides essential continuity. It enables primary and secondary staff to plan a graduated, well supported transition.
However, this work is resource dependent, and any reform must ensure that funding and staffing remain in place to protect this vital transition period.
For pupils with SEND, the existing EHCP provides essential continuity. It enables primary and secondary staff to plan a graduated, well supported transition.
However, this work is resource dependent, and any reform must ensure that funding and staffing remain in place to protect this vital transition period.
Timeline
| 20 Apr 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
34
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Education
Opened
20 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.