Introduce an independent appeals panel for school absences
As it stands, the decision whether a school absence is authorised or not lies solely with the headteacher or designated attendance officer. If this person deems the absence as not "exceptional" enough, or marks an illness absence as unauthorised, there is no formal right of appeal for parents.
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Create independent body to investigate school complaints
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Require schools to obtain consent for afterschool detentions & arrange transport
Pass a law which requires schools to obtain prior parental consent for after school detentions.
Ban suspensions of primary school aged children with additional needs
We want the government to ban suspensions of primary school aged children with additional needs. We think suspensions can significantly impact a child’s progression and change needs to happen.
Ban schools from giving after-school detentions
Ban schools from issuing detentions outside of school hours. Instead, require them to be taken during school break times.
Introduce an independent appeals panel for school absences
As it stands, the decision whether a school absence is authorised or not lies solely with the headteacher or designated attendance officer. If this person deems the absence as not "exceptional" enough, or marks an illness absence as unauthorised, there is no formal right of appeal for parents.
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Similar motions
Create independent body to investigate school complaints
We ask the government to create an independent body to investigate all school complaints from the start. The investigators must not be connected to schools, or Local Authorities, to help ensure fair, transparent outcomes and accountability for school leaders when serious issues are raised.
Require schools to obtain consent for afterschool detentions & arrange transport
Pass a law which requires schools to obtain prior parental consent for after school detentions.
Ban suspensions of primary school aged children with additional needs
We want the government to ban suspensions of primary school aged children with additional needs. We think suspensions can significantly impact a child’s progression and change needs to happen.
Ban schools from giving after-school detentions
Ban schools from issuing detentions outside of school hours. Instead, require them to be taken during school break times.