About Claudia

Passionate Specialist | Practical Support

send legal & governance experience

Claudia is a highly accomplished professional with extensive expertise in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Her in-depth understanding of SEND law, developed during her time as a trainee solicitor, has provided her with a robust foundation in legal advocacy and comprehensive knowledge of the SEND system.

As a SEND governor at both a mainstream primary school and an alternative provision, Claudia skillfully applies her legal acumen to navigate the complex challenges of SEND policy and practice.

Personal experience

Her personal experience as a parent of a neurodiverse child further enriches her perspective. Claudia has successfully utilized her legal expertise to secure an Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plan and ensure her child’s placement in the most suitable educational setting.

Striving for excellence

This rare blend of personal and professional insight enables Claudia to work collaboratively with parents, schools, and educational organizations to craft tailored strategies that deliver meaningful and positive outcomes for children and young people.

With a deep understanding of both educational and legal frameworks, Claudia offers innovative solutions to support local authorities, schools, education professionals, and families. Her ability to bridge these perspectives ensures a well-rounded approach to resolving SEND-related challenges.

Empowering

Claudia specializes in leveraging the SEND legal framework and code of practice to challenge decisions that fail to prioritize a child’s educational needs. Her expertise includes assisting with EHC assessments, applications, and addressing local authority refusals to assess or issue EHC plans.

In addition, Claudia provides skilled advocacy support during SEND meetings, empowering parents and professionals to confidently champion the best possible outcomes for every child and young person.