About the Practice
When a support decision in Derry/Londonderry becomes impossible to decode, parents need a structured path before the next deadline arrives. Children’s Law Centre Northern Ireland Derry/Londonderry Families helps Derry/Londonderry parents understand the Northern Ireland SEN and Statement of SEN framework before a meeting, refusal letter, review or tribunal deadline takes over the whole house. The work is about turning fear and scattered evidence into a clearer plan for school, the authority and the next decision point.

Clinical Expertise
Legal advice and representation for children and young people in Northern Ireland, including education, special educational needs and SENDIST appeals

Statement of SEN and education-rights advice by enquiry

SENDIST appeal representation and legal advice by service criteria

Why Work With Us?
Children’s Rights Law: Parents get a clearer route through confusing education language, so they can see what needs to happen before the next school, authority or tribunal step.

Education Rights Strategy: Support focuses on evidence, deadlines, wording and next actions, helping families move from panic to a practical plan.

Calm Support During Conflict: The service helps when a child’s legal rights need to be put back at the centre of the SEN dispute.