Is the governing body familiar with child protection procedures?
The governing body and the headteacher agree attendance and exclusion policies and practices for improving attendance and punctuality. The governing body receives regular monitoring reports from the headteacher on attendance, unauthorised absence and exclusions. The data is analysed to show any differences in the behaviour of particular groups of pupils, including by ethnic origin, for example. The governing body discusses the impact of its policies and procedures on improving attendance and considers whether changes need to be introduced. In setting, monitoring and evaluating its policies, the governing body ensures that exclusions are carried out according to required procedures and with regard to natural justice.
