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Exclusion in England
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Information on exclusion from school, college and university in England

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When a child or young person is removed from their school for a fixed period of time or permanently, it is called an exclusion. Exclusion also applies to students in college or university, if they are told they cannot attend.

For more information choose from the menu options above or the links below.

Challenging a fixed-period exclusion
Challenging a permanent exclusion
Exclusion from college or university
Fixed-period exclusion
How do I appeal my child's exclusion to the First-tier Tribunal (SEND)?
Permanent exclusion
Unlawful and unofficial exclusion

 

Last reviewed and updated on 05 October 2020

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