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Annual Compliance Checklist

Use this checklist throughout the year. Tick items as you complete them and keep it with your EHE records folder.

Print tip:Ctrl+P (or Cmd+P) opens your browser's print dialogue. Use "Save as PDF" to keep a digital copy alongside your records.

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Registration

I have registered with my LEA's EHE team (letter sent and acknowledged)Keep the acknowledgement email/letter in your records

I have a copy of the registration letter I sentInclude proof of delivery if sent by post

I have noted the 15-day deadline for updating the LEA of any changes

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Child's full name, DOB, and address are correct

My own name and contact details are correct

All education providers/persons are listed with their roles and hoursInclude tutors, co-ops, online programmes, anyone involved

I have notified the LEA of any changes since the last reviewChanges must be reported within 15 days

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I maintain a brief log of activities/learning (little and often is fine)No required format — a notebook, a Google Doc, or our template works

I have kept samples of work (photos, scanned documents, workbooks)Not required by law, but very helpful if the LEA asks for evidence

I have records of any exams or qualifications taken (GCSEs, etc.)

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All emails/letters from my EHE team are saved in a dedicated folder

All my replies to the EHE team are saved

Any home visit requests have been noted and responded toYou can decline a home visit, but always respond professionally

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I have reviewed all the information I gave the LEA — is anything out of date?

I have written to the LEA with any corrections or updatesEven if nothing has changed, it's good practice to confirm this annually

I have reviewed the Act and any new guidance published by my LACheck your LEA's website for their current EHE policy

I have saved this year's checklist to my records

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If my child is under a child protection plan: LA consent is in place and still validContact your LA immediately if circumstances change

If my child has an EHC plan: I have contacted the SEND team as well as the EHE team

If we moved house: I have updated the LEA of the new addressDo this within 15 days