What to check
Read the plan for these specific details
Present Levels: Do they describe the student's current academic, functional, behavior, and communication needs with real data?
Goals: Are the goals measurable enough that anyone could tell if progress happened?
Services: Are provider, frequency, duration, location, and start date written clearly?
Sample free review finding
The review starts with one unsupported change
What the record shows
The draft changes the service page, but the IEP does not show current progress data, parent concern response, or a clear reason for the change.
What to ask for
Ask the IEP team to explain the data behind the changed page and if a meeting or PWN is needed.
A written request you can use
Send one specific question
“Please review the attached IEP with me and identify any goals, services, accommodations, or progress-reporting language the team believes should be clarified before I agree to the plan.”
Document based IEP review
Check the pages you already have
The review reads the pages you upload, points to the wording behind each concern, and helps you prepare questions. It does not send anything to your school or decide a legal claim.
Common questions
What should I review first for Free IEP Review?
Start with the current IEP and the most recent evaluation. Compare the student's documented needs with the Present Levels, annual goals, services, accommodations, and progress reports.
Can I ask the school for IEP changes after reviewing the document?
Yes. Parents can request an IEP meeting at any time. Put the concern and requested change in writing. If the school refuses, ask for Prior Written Notice explaining the refusal and the data used.
What documents should I bring to an IEP review?
Bring the current IEP, the most recent evaluation, progress reports, work samples, relevant emails, attendance or discipline records when applicable, and a short list of your top concerns.