

Tanya Slessor
When school is no longer suitable, many parents are left feeling overwhelmed and worried about what to do next. Whether your child is experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, medical challenges or unmet SEND, navigating EOTAS (Education Other Than At School) can feel confusing and daunting.
This supportive, parent-focused webinar will break down everything you need to know about EOTAS in clear language. We’ll explain when EOTAS can be requested, what evidence is helpful, how to approach your local authority and what a suitable EOTAS package can look like in practice. You’ll also learn how to challenge common unlawful refusals and understand your options if your request is declined.



What EOTAS Really Is
and What It Isn’t
How to Request EOTAS
(Step-by-Step)
Evidence and
What to Ask For
What If the Local
Authority Says No?

Tanya Slessor is a passionate SEND and inclusion specialist with hands-on experience working with local authorities and families to support meaningful educational outcomes for children and young people with additional needs. Tanya combines policy expertise with a grounded understanding of the challenges families face during statutory reviews, placement decisions and transitions into new phases of education.


