Suspensions & permanent exclusions change log
Suspensions & permanent exclusions: what changed on 26 July 2026
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What changed: The statutory guidance for suspensions and permanent exclusions has been updated to act as a companion piece to the 'Behaviour in Schools' guidance. It clarifies that exclusions should only be used when strategies outlined in the behaviour guidance have been exhausted.
Who is affected: Headteachers, local authorities, governing bodies, academy trusts, independent review panel members, independent review panel clerks, special educational needs experts, social workers, and Virtual School Heads across maintained schools, academies, and pupil referral units.
GOV.UK change note: The updated guidance on 'Suspension and permanent exclusion from maintained schools, academies and pupil referral units in England, including pupil movement' is effective from 26 July 2026.
Read the official GOV.UK document. Check the current guidance before acting.
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Action needed: Available to community members.
Deadline stated at publication: 26 July 2026
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