Who decides accommodations in an ADHD IEP meeting?

PostedSeptember 28, 2025

UpdatedSeptember 28, 2025

ByMy Patient Advice

Author: Avery Lombardi, MSc | Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

ADHD IEP team decisions are made collaboratively by a group of educators, specialists, and the student’s parents or guardians. The goal of an Individualised Education Programme (IEP) meeting is to create a tailored support plan that meets the student’s specific needs related to ADHD. No single person makes the decisions alone every voice at the table matters.

This school staff collaboration ensures that the plan reflects a full understanding of the student’s strengths, challenges, and learning environment. It also guarantees that all accommodations are practical, legal, and aligned with educational goals.

Key Players in IEP Decision-Making

Here’s who contributes to individualised planning and how parent involvement shapes the outcome:

Parents or guardians

You know your child best. Your input about daily struggles, emotional wellbeing, and learning history is essential.

Classroom teacher(s)

Teachers share insights on academic performance, classroom behaviour, and what strategies have or haven’t worked.

Special education teacher or SENCO

They provide expertise on learning supports, behaviour management, and how to structure accommodations.

School psychologist or other specialists

If assessments were conducted, they explain findings and offer evidence-based recommendations.

In conclusion, ADHD IEP team decisions include services and accommodations such as extra time, breaks, or help with organisation should be included in the IEP and how they will be delivered. An IEP meeting is not just a checklist it’s a conversation about how to help your child thrive.

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert guidance tailored to your unique situation.

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Classroom accommodations for ADHD.

Avery Lombardi, MSc

Author

Avery Lombardi is a clinical psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. She has professional experience in psychological assessment, evidence-based therapy, and research, working with both child and adult populations. Avery has provided clinical services in hospital, educational, and community settings, delivering interventions such as CBT, DBT, and tailored treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, and developmental disorders. She has also contributed to research on self-stigma, self-esteem, and medication adherence in psychotic patients, and has created educational content on ADHD, treatment options, and daily coping strategies.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy.