Subjects:

Local Government Law, Education Law

Contents:

Structure of the school system

Planning and policy decisions and remedies

Admissions

School exclusions

Pupils out of school

Negligence

Special educational needs- identification and assessment

Special educational needs- appeals

Disability discrimination

School Transport

Appendices

Index

This book provides a comprehensive yet accessible guide to the law and procedures relevant to the school system, including admissions, exclusions, special educational needs, negligence and transport. The authors present a clear analysis of the statutory framework, case law and government guidance and give practical and detailed step-by-step guidance on the areas most commonly in dispute.

The book features:

• case summaries, precedents, letters and checklists.
• detailed analysis of the law and practice
• practical guidance on procedures, strategies and client care issues.