Exclusions

The School Exclusions Project can provide advice and representation at the point of exclusion, at Governing Body Hearings, Independent Review Panels and for SEND Tribunal appeals - https://www.schoolexclusionproject.com/

The School Exclusions Hub hosted by Coram contains resources, template letters, and existing resources - https://schoolexclusionshub.org.uk/ Parents and carers of children who have been permanently excluded from a school in London can self-refer to Coram’s School Exclusion Clinic for free legal representation using this referral form - https://schoolexclusionshub.org.uk/referrals/ 

The City School Exclusion Service (CITYSES) can provide free casework and representation for families in Greater London navigating permanent school exclusions. Support is available for meetings with school governors to challenge a permanent exclusion, and Independent Review Panels to contest governing body decisions. CITYSES does not provide representation at SEND Tribunal hearings or conduct litigation. Download a leaflet about the service, or visit their website for further information -https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/about/facilities/specialist-facilities/schools-exclusion-service

Watkins Solicitors has partnered with the University of Bristol to offer free legal advice to parents of children who have been excluded from school. Support can include explaining the Independent Review Panel process, helping parents prepare for the hearing, drafting written statements, and organising and submitting supporting evidence. Parents can get in touch with the team by emailing [email protected] or by visiting the University of Bristol Law Clinic website at bristol.ac.uk/law/law-clinic.