Hackney schools

The council has been working with schools under pressure due to a decline in pupil numbers

Apply for free school meals, clothing grant and help with travel costs

What to do if you are concerned about a child's welfare, but remember you must always phone 999 in an emergency

The Hackney 10x10 Programme is a new initiative to support every child in Hackney to achieve 10 amazing activities by the time they are 10 years old

Find out if schools are closed, for example because of weather conditions

Public consultations relating to Hackney schools and settings

We are looking forward to the spring edition of HAF set over the April school holidays

Information about part-time timetables and the notification process that schools should follow

Who to contact and what to do if you have a complaint about a school in Hackney

Pupils who need to take their medicines in school must have written permission and instructions from their parent, guardian and/or GP

Every child is entitled to an education. Find out what the law says about school attendance and authorised or unauthorised absences

You can only take your child out of school during term time if you apply to the head teacher in advance and there are exceptional circumstances

A pupil's educational record includes their academic achievements, other skills and abilities, pupil reports, and communications from teachers or other LEA employees

The service works with Gypsy Roma and Traveller children and young people

Information about fixed term and permanent exclusions

The team helps to track children missing from education who are of compulsory school age

This service provides support for children whose behaviour means they are having difficulty engaging with learning

Find out more about educating your child at home

The Medical Needs Tuition Service provides one-to-one tuition to pupils in their home while they are unable to attend school

Employers have a responsibility to ensure that children are registered with the Local Authority and have a work permit

Information about the educational visits available for pupils in Hackney

Hackney Education response to issues raised by the Child Q incident and action being taken by the Council and schools

Local authorities have a duty to promote the educational achievement of children in care