Exclusion from school

Pupils with special educational needs (SEN) are more likely to be excluded/suspended than their peers without SEN. This bite-sized e-learning course gives a clear and practical overview of the law and guidance on exclusion from school, explaining the duties of schools and local authorities and the processes that must be followed.  

Format: Online, self-paced 

Duration: Around 40 minutes 

Includes: Short videos, interactive quizzes and online resources

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What you’ll learn 

This course covers: 

• The duties schools and local authorities have in relation to exclusion  

• Directing pupils off-site to improve behaviour   

• What happens after both a fixed period exclusion/suspension, and a permanent exclusion  

• The rules relating to exclusion in independent schools and further education 

Please note: this course is intended for families in England. Different legislation applies for families in Wales and Scotland.   

Who is this course for? 

This course is designed for: 

• Parents and carers of children and young people with SEND 

• Professionals advising families of children and young people with SEND 

• Anyone wanting a clear overview of this area of the law

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Want to learn more? 

This is a bite-sized course. If you’re looking for something more in-depth, or if you complete this and want to build your knowledge further, you may be interested in our in-depth e-learning courses, which cover key areas of SEND law in greater detail. 

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