Education, law and practice - John Ford

This practical guide to this complicated area of law is for all professionals advising parents and pupils as well as schools and governing bodies. The work begins with an introduction to the history and structure of the education system before examining the key issues such as admissions, health and safety, attendance, discipline, exclusion and special educational needs, as well as issues specific to further and higher education.This third edition follows the tried and tested format of previous editions but is substantially re-written to reflect the latest case-law, new legislation and includes developments in:New school structures and AcademiesDevelopment in exclusions and discipline including new Codes of PracticeNew Tribunal regulationsThe introduction of Children’s services authorities following the implementation of the Children Act 2004The authors’ explanatory text is complemented by useful precedents and model letters for professionals acting for parents and pupils, together with relevant consolidated statutory materials.