This section contains information about the instances when the exclusion of a pupil from school is appropriate, and the procedures the school must follow. You can also find links to further guidance and training materials.
Exclusion
Statutory guidance and regulations on exclusion
This is statutory guidance relating to school exclusions which applied to schools and local authorities from September 2012.
Statutory guidance 20 February 2013
School exclusion trial FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the school exclusion trial.
FAQ 09 October 2012
Exclusions that occurred before 1 September 2012 guidance
There is a wealth of information on exclusions available for schools to download here.
General article 03 October 2012
Making a complaint about an exclusion
Information about the processes for parents who wish to challenge an exclusion.
General article 28 August 2012
Exclusion data
Links to the Department's research and statistics gateway where data on exclusions are held.
General article 25 July 2012
School exclusion trial 2011-14
Information about a three-year trial which will see around 300 schools take responsibility for ensuring that permanently excluded pupils continue to receive a good education.
Multi-page article 25 June 2012
Response to commissioner’s report on school exclusion
Information about the Children's Commissioner's exclusion report
General article 28 May 2012
