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 fourth edition has been substantially re-written to reflect developments in law and practice including additional material on new school structures and Academies; the new SEN regime; and a new chapter on information law.
The authors explanatory text is complemented by useful precedent letters for professionals acting for parents and pupils, together with relevant consolidated statutory materials.