My DS is due to start secondary school in September, he has an EHCP and has been in a specialist setting.
On the 15th we got our EHCP and Section I names type of setting (specialist) but not a school. Having dug into what is going on, it turns out there is a disagreement over the fees for the school we want named. It's the school he currently attends as they offer provision up to 18. But they're increasing fees because they need to move him up to their high need band due to the level of staff support he needs.
The LA are unhappy and it is due to go back to panel in a few weeks for a decision, where hopefully the school will provide more info to explain the fees.
In the meantime, I am going to appeal as no school has been named. I'm wondering if I should just appea Section I, as at least the TYPE of provision is agreed, or if I should also appeal B and F. Reasoning that if the LA think his needs don't reflect the fees, but the school and I both think the higher fees are needed, we need the evidence to back that up.
Is it quicker to just appeal Section I though? I just want our school named. The LA have already tried to consult with a cheaper school who said they couldn't meet need. They'd still be looking at independent specialist whatever happens as I know the local offer schools and they aren't suitable and won't want him.