School Exclusions
Islington is appointing independent panel members for school exclusion appeals, while Greenwich and Hackney are addressing rising suspensions and reviewing behaviour management.
Islington Council is currently focusing on ensuring fair processes for school exclusion appeals, having appointed members to Independent Review Panels in May 2026. These panels are crucial for considering appeals against school exclusion decisions within the borough. The appointed individuals will undergo training to handle their responsibilities.
Separately, Greenwich secondary schools reported a rise in pupil suspensions linked to complex needs in March 2026, though permanent exclusion rates remain low. Hackney's Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission has been reviewing behaviour management and school inclusion since September 2025, aiming to address high exclusion levels across London.
School exclusions refer to the temporary or permanent removal of a student from school, typically for disciplinary reasons. Councils are involved in overseeing appeal processes and reviewing practices to manage student behaviour and promote inclusion.
Key facts
- Islington Council appointed members to Independent Review Panels for school exclusions in May 2026. Source
- Greenwich secondary schools saw a rise in pupil suspensions in March 2026. Source
- Permanent exclusion rates in Royal Greenwich primary schools are zero. Source
- Hackney's Children and Young People Scrutiny Commission received an update on its review of behaviour management and school inclusion in September 2025. Source
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