Drafting and managing Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCPs) can be time-consuming and prone to appeals. The number of EHCPs in England has been rising steadily, increasing demands on local authority staff and resources. As of January 2025, there were 638,700 children and young people with active EHCPs in England, an increase of about 10.8% from the previous year.
This simple calculator shows how EHCP+ could save staff hours, reduce rework, and cut costs. Just select your council, adjust a few optional inputs, and get an instant estimate based on your local EHCP caseload. Results are quick and specific to your council's data.