Why Trisende Is the UK’s Go‑To Platform for SEND Families
The UK’s SEND system is complex, fragmented, and often overwhelming. Parents spend hours searching for schools, services, and answers that should be easy to find. Councils hold data in dozens of disconnected systems. Professionals lack the tools to collaborate effectively. Trisendewas built to fix all of that — one free platform connecting every part of the SEND ecosystem.
The Problem Trisende Solves
When your child receives a SEND diagnosis — or you first suspect they have additional needs — you’re suddenly dropped into a system that expects you to be an expert. You need to:
- Understand EHCPs, annual reviews, and legal rights
- Find the right school — mainstream, resourced provision, or specialist
- Locate speech therapists, OTs, educational psychologists, and other specialists
- Navigate your local authority’s SEND Local Offer
- Find charities, parent groups, and advocacy organisations
- Prepare for SEND Tribunal if things go wrong
That information exists, but it’s scattered across hundreds of council websites, charity directories, school inspection reports, and Word documents buried in LA intranets. Trisende brings it all together.
What Trisende Offers
🏫 24,600+ Schools with SEND Profiles
Every maintained school, academy, free school, and independent school in England — searchable by SEND specialism, Ofsted rating, local authority, and type. See which schools have resourced provisions, specialist units, and SEND-trained staff. Filter by autism, SEMH, speech and language, physical disability, visual impairment, hearing impairment, and more.
🏥 24,700+ Specialist Services
Find speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists, behavioural support services, counsellors, and more. Filter by service type, location, and specialism. Each listing includes contact details, service descriptions, and how to access them.
💛 59,000+ Charities
The UK has thousands of charities supporting SEND families — from national organisations like the National Autistic Society to tiny local parent groups. Trisende indexes them all, so you can find advocacy, respite, activities, and emotional support near you.
🏛️ 152 Local Authority Profiles
Every council in England has a dedicated profile on Trisende, showing their SEND Local Offer link, contact details, and the schools, services, and charities in their area. Whether you’re in Tower Hamlets or Northumberland, your local SEND landscape is mapped in one place.
📊 Trisende by the numbers
• 7M+ verified listings across schools, services, charities, organisations, and GP practices
• 152 local authority profiles with SEND Local Offer links
• 100% free for families — no subscription, no paywall
• Updated continuously with the latest data
AI-Powered EHCP Tools
Trisende’s AI tools help you manage the most important document in your child’s SEND journey:
- EHCP to ISP Converter— With the government transitioning EHCPs to Individual Support Plans (ISPs), our AI tool helps you understand what your current EHCP will look like under the new system. Upload your EHCP and get a converted ISP preview instantly.
- Document Intelligence— Our AI reads your child’s EHCP and flags sections that are vague, missing quantified provision, or don’t meet legal requirements. Think of it as a quality check for your child’s plan.
- Secure Storage— Store your child’s EHCP, reports, and supporting documents in one encrypted, accessible location. No more searching through email attachments and filing cabinets.
Live Community Features
SEND parenting can be isolating. Trisende’s community features connect you with other families who understand:
- Community Groups— Join groups organised by condition, local area, or topic. Share experiences, ask questions, and support each other.
- Live Streaming— Watch and host live sessions on SEND topics — from professional Q&As to parent support sessions.
- Gifting & Support— Show appreciation to community members and content creators through Trisende’s unique gifting system.
For Schools, Councils & Professionals
Trisende isn’t just for parents. Schools, local authorities, and SEND professionals use the platform to:
- Manage SEND data— Councils can view and manage their SEND services, school listings, and local offer information through Trisende’s admin tools
- Reach families— Services and charities can ensure their listings are accurate and visible to the families who need them
- Collaborate— Multi-agency working is at the heart of the SEND system. Trisende provides a shared platform where education, health, and social care can see the full picture
Free for Families — Always
Trisende is 100% free for families. No subscription, no premium tier, no paywall. We believe that access to SEND information and support should never depend on what you can afford. Every parent, regardless of income, should be able to find the right school, the right service, and the right advice for their child.
Get Started in 60 Seconds
Creating a Trisende account takes less than a minute. Once you’re in, you can:
- Search schools, services, and charities by your postcode or local authority
- Upload and analyse your child’s EHCP
- Join community groups and live sessions
- Save listings and build your own SEND support network
Create your free Trisende account →
Explore More
New to the SEND system? Start with these essential guides: