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Education

Legal Services for School Children and Their Parents

Legal support may be needed when school decisions affect a child’s education, safety or wellbeing, offering clarity and guidance on safeguarding, exclusions, SEN issues, complaints, appeals and navigating school processes.

When something goes wrong in a school, it can be deeply worrying for families. Whether the issue relates to safeguarding, an incident involving staff or other children, disciplinary action, exclusion, special educational needs, or how your child’s personal data is being handled, the process can feel complex and emotionally charged, especially when your child is too young to navigate it themselves. We understand how stressful this can be, and how quickly matters can escalate in educational environments.

We provide clear, practical and tailored advice for parents and guardians of school‑age and fully understand how schools operate. We take the time to understand your child’s situation, explain every step in plain language, and guide you through the procedures specific to schools. Whether you need help challenging a decision, addressing safeguarding concerns, or ensuring your child’s rights and wellbeing are protected, we’ll help you make confident, informed decisions.

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Celia Whittuck

Senior Associate

London

Victoria Denis

Solicitor

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