Reduced Timetables

Schools wishing to put in place a reduced timetable for a pupil need to be aware of the following:

• Schools have a statutory duty to provide full time education for all pupils.
• However, in the most exceptional circumstances, there may be a need for a temporary reduced timetable to meet a pupil’s individual needs.
• A reduced timetable should be in place for no longer than 6 weeks.
• The head teacher must agree a reduced timetable.
• All professionals involved should be consulted.
• The child’s parents/carers must agree a reduced timetable. Without their agreement, schools cannot proceed as this could be an unlawful exclusion.
• The LA SEND team must agree a reduced timetable for children with SEN who have an EHC Plan.
• The Virtual School of the placing authority must agree a reduced timetable for looked-after children.
• The arrangement for pupils with medical needs must follow Shropshire’s Medical Needs guidance.
• A reduced timetable should not be implemented where there are safeguarding concerns such as a risk of Child Exploitation, a child is subject to CP planning or subject to a multi-agency strategy.
• A risk assessment must be completed in every case.
• A clear action plan for improving education and addressing any identified issues for the child must be in place.
• The Education Access Service must be notified of any pupil on a reduced educational provision.

Schools are required to complete the new online 'reduced timetable proforma' within 24 hours of the decision.

Where no adjustments are needed, schools must complete the 'zero return for reduced timetables' form.

All other forms are for schools use only and are not required to be sent into the LA.