Relocation Support

Relocating to a new country is an exciting chapter for any family, but it also comes with its challenges, particularly when you’re navigating a whole new education system for your child. This can feel even more daunting if your child has special educational needs or disabilities (SEND), where the right support, environment and understanding are critical to their wellbeing and success.

At ISEND, we understand just how overwhelming this process can feel. You may find yourself facing unfamiliar school systems, very different approaches to SEND support compared to home, multiple curriculum choices, language barriers, cultural expectations, and long waiting lists; all while trying to settle your family into a completely new way of life.

This is where we come in.

As experienced SEND consultants, we specialise in supporting families through the educational side of their relocation journey. Our aim is to be by your side, guiding you through every step of the decision-making process, advocating for your child’s needs, and ensuring you make informed, confident choices about their schooling; saving you valuable time, stress and often significant costs associated with making the wrong choices.

We also work closely with relocation service providers who wish to offer their clients additional expertise in SEND when exploring suitable schools and educational pathways.

How Can iSEND Support Your Family?

We act as the bridge between your family and prospective schools to help you find the best fit for your child, both in the short and longer term. Every child is different, and every move is unique; that’s why we tailor our guidance to your child’s specific needs, strengths, and aspirations.

Here are just some of the ways we can help:

  • Initial consultation to understand your child’s needs: We take the time to get to know your family and child in depth, including their educational history, SEND profile, learning style, and the support they currently receive.

  • Explaining the local education landscape: We help you make sense of the different curriculum options (e.g. British, IB, American, local), the structure of the local SEND support, and how these compare to what you’re used to.

  • Shortlisting appropriate schools: We research and recommend schools based on your child’s needs, location, and preferences, saving you hours of trawling through websites and uncertain information.

  • Contacting schools on your behalf: We communicate directly with schools to ask the right questions, gather detailed information about their provision, and assess their ability to meet your child’s needs.

  • Drawing up a list of questions and priorities: We help you identify what really matters to you and your child, and equip you with a clear set of criteria to use when touring or speaking with schools.

  • Accompanying you (virtually) on school visits: We can join you for tours and meetings, helping you to ask the right questions, observe key aspects of the provision, and evaluate what you see.

  • Supporting with application forms and documentation: We assist with completing school application forms, gathering and presenting reports, and articulating your child’s needs in a way that schools will understand and respond to.

  • Advocating and mediating: We can act as a neutral, professional intermediary between you and schools to clarify misunderstandings, negotiate reasonable adjustments, and ensure your child’s needs are heard and considered.

  • Guidance on transition planning: We advise on how to prepare your child for the move, how to manage their anxiety, and how to communicate with both the old and new school to ensure a smooth transition.

  • Follow-up support: Once your child is placed, we’re still here to support you, helping you navigate the early weeks and months as they settle in, and advising on any issues that arise.

Why work with iSEND?

We don’t simply provide a list of schools - we offer insight, advocacy, and understanding, taking into account your child’s individual needs as well as your family’s wider circumstances. Our professional experience in SEND means we can quickly identify whether a school’s provision is truly inclusive, appropriate and sustainable for your child; beyond what glossy brochures and open days may suggest.

We understand how deeply emotional and stressful this process can be, especially when you’re worried about whether your child will be supported and understood in a completely new cultural and educational context. You don’t need to do this alone - we’re here to help you make informed, confident decisions, and give your child the very best chance to thrive.

Get in Touch

Relocating with children — especially with SEND — is both exciting and challenging. At ISEND, we act as the middleman between your family and schools, ensuring the best possible fit for your child now and in the years to come.

Get in touch today to discuss how we can support you through this important journey.

Contact us and let’s make your family’s transition as smooth and positive as possible.

Are you a relocation agency?

If you’re a relocation company looking to enhance your services for families with SEND children, we’d be delighted to collaborate with you, bringing our expertise to support your clients in this critical aspect of their move.

Contact us to explore how we can collaborate to support relocating families navigate the world of international education.