Decision Maker: Children's, Young Persons & Education Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 25, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED that: The Children’s, Young Persons and Education Scrutiny Committee:   i.            Notes the findings of this report on inclusion across North Northamptonshire, particularly trends in attendance, persistent absence, suspensions, permanent exclusions and Elective Home Education (EHE). ii.            Supports the development of a targeted Improvement Plan that draws together findings from this analysis and the Alternative Provision (AP) Review, with a focus on early intervention, relational practice and reducing the need for exclusion and/or movement into EHE.  iii.            Endorses the continued implementation of the Alternative Provision plan, ensuring a sustainable, high-quality AP offer that meets local need and aligns with DfE and Ofsted continued focus on inclusion.  iv.            Supports the requests that the Local Authority and partners work collaboratively with schools, trusts and health services to establish a sustained approach to improve attendance and reduce suspensions and exclusions. v.            Requests a further update to Scrutiny in 12 months, providing comparative data to evaluate progress in inclusion outcomes, attendance, AP usage and sustainability indicators.