Mental health in schools
This page provides information on how schools can support children and young adults experiencing mental health difficulties and when a mental health difficulty can be considered a disability or Special Educational Need.
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This page provides information on how schools can support children and young adults experiencing mental health difficulties and when a mental health difficulty can be considered a disability or Special Educational Need.
It is an important right that every child has access to a suitable education but unfortunately, they don’t always receive the support that they need.
This page explains the duties of the Local Authority to provide services and support for children who have been looked after once they reach the age of 16.
This page provides information on the duties of schools and Local Authorities to provide education for children out of school because of exclusion, illness or other reasons.
The Children Act 1989 places a legal duty on Local authorities to safeguard and promote the welfare of looked after children. This duty extends to promoting the child’s educational achievement and this information page will seek to explore the specific duties placed on Local Authorities in relation to the education of a looked after child.
This page provides information on the powers of the local authority to take action to protect a child who is suffering harm or at risk
This page explains the law surrounding an arrangement where a child goes to live with a family member or friend and the obligations of the local authority to assess the carer for support and suitability.
This page provides information on the procedure and requirements for home educating children.
This page provides information on the powers of the local authority to take action to protect a child who is suffering harm or at risk of suffering harm.
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