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Exclusion of Pupils from School

No Headteacher likes having to exclude pupils, but sometimes it is necessary if a pupil has been involved in a serious incident.

The headteacher will decide if the exclusion should be for a fixed term or if it should be permanent. Permanent exclusions are used as a last resort and tend to be given for very serious incidents.

The headteacher must inform you in writing, of the period of the exclusion and the reason for the decision. If you are unhappy about the exclusion you have the right to state your case to the Governing Body Discipline Committee.

If you wish to make representations to the Governing Body Discipline Committee you should write to the chair of governors c/o the school.

An educational welfare officer will visit you if your child has been permanently excluded. The purpose of the visit will be to explain the various options that are open to you, for instance making representations to the Governing Body Discipline Committee if you feel that the exclusion should not have taken place, or helping you to decide about alternative education for your child if the exclusion is confirmed.

In certain circumstances you will also have the right to appeal to an independent committee.

For further information please contact your child’s headteacher, Education and Cultural Services on (0191) 200 5020.

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