Guidance notes for parents and schools
Parental Responsibilities
The Law
The legal responsibilities of parents and carers are clearly established in section 7 of the 1996 Education Act, which states:
"The parent of every child of compulsory school age shall cause him to receive efficient full-time education suitable;
a) to his age, ability and aptitude and
b) to any special educational needs he may have, either by regular attendance at school, or otherwise."
Section 437 to 443 of the Education Act 1996 places a duty on the Local Authority to take action if it appears that a child / young person is not receiving a "suitable education".
"If it appears that the child / young person is not receiving suitable education, either by regular attendance at school, or otherwise,…[the local education authority] shall serve a notice, in writing, on the parent requiring him to satisfy that the child is receiving such education".
Staffordshire County Council Elective Home Education (EHE) documentation
Below are some documents and links which may provide further information. Form for school use only.
Staffordshire Family Partnership Service
SENDIASS – To Support parents with a child who has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) or has been excluded from school.
Child Development
Meet the Brains - A Friendly Guide to Child Development | Children 1st
Keep your family safe
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue want to ensure that your home is safe and will provide a Home Fire Risk check and instal a smoke alarm if required - telephone 0800 0241 999