Exclusion from school

Exclusion from school can be for a fixed term (a day/number of days) or permanent. Only the Headteacher has the right to exclude a child from school and the parent/carer should be notified immediately.

An exclusion letter should be sent to the parent/carer within one school day of the decision to exclude. The letter should contain the following information:

• a detailed reason for the exclusion
• what the school has done to try and avoid the exclusion
• the length of the fixed term exclusion and the date the child should return to school
• the arrangements for school work to be carried out at home during the fixed term exclusion
• details of how to appeal to Governors Disciplinary Committee

If the child has been excluded on more than one occasion the school can organise a pupil planning meeting and invite parent/carer to meet at the school with a member of the LA (Local Authority) Inclusion Services.

If you want to talk to someone about your concerns please contact Inclusion Services on +44 (0) 1743 254381

For useful contacts and publications, select the 'Exclusion from school' link in the further information section.