The merger with Coningsbys has
brought to Ormerods a
national expertise in advising parents in matters relating to
education law.
We regularly bring cases
before Governing Bodies, Independent Appeal Committees, Special
Educational Needs Tribunals and County and High Courts. Lectures are
also provided for interested groups on the legal aspects of special
educational needs.
In particular we offer
advice and representation in the following areas:-
1. Admissions and
Exclusions (Local Authority & Independent Schools)
Failing to secure a place for your child at the school of your choice
can result in an appeal to the Local Authority. Similarly if your
child has been excluded there is an appeal process you can use. It may
be possible to proceed to the High Court if you are unsuccessful.
2. Special Educational
Needs
A Government report in
1980 estimated that 20% of children have special educational needs at
some time during their school career. 2% of children have severe and
complex special needs requiring a Statement to be drawn up for them.
We offer advice on obtaining a Statutory Assessment on the
statementing procedure, appeals to the Special Educational Needs
Tribunal and applications to the High Court where necessary. This
includes failure by a Local Authority to make the provision outlined
in the Statement.
3. Bullying
Sadly many children are
bullied during their school career. We offer advice in dealing with
these sensitive matters and in obtaining compensation.
4. Negligence
Currently, compensation
can be claimed through the County Court for losses incurred by
children and young people as a result of negligent teaching.
We also offer all
important advice and representation when necessary to College and
University students who experience difficulties with an institution
because of the failure to make an appropriate provision for the
student’s special needs and/or failure to follow correct procedure on
appeal.
incorporating Coningsbys
