Attendance and exclusions

If you disagree with a suspension

If you do not agree with your child's suspension you can write to the school's governing body.

They do not have to meet with you if the suspension is for less than 5 days, but they must consider your views.

If you disagree with a permanent exclusion, or a suspension lasting 15 days or more

If your child has been permanently excluded or suspended for 15 days or more, the governing body must consider reinstating your child within 15 days of receiving notice of the exclusion. 

If the governing body decides that your child should be excluded, you can appeal to an Independent Review Panel.

It is important that you lodge your appeal within 15 school days from the date of the Discipline Committee decision.

You may wish to get independent advice, or support to write letters or attend the governing body or Independent Review Panel. 

Contact SENDIASS for impartial and practical advice and support.

If you believe your child has been discriminated against because of their disability

If you believe your child has been discriminated against because of their disability, you can bring a claim to a First-Tier Disability Discrimination Tribunal any time from the date of exclusion.