Section 19 of the Education Act 1996 places a duty on LAs to make suitable alternative education for children of statutory school age who cannot attend school because of illness, exclusion or 'otherwise'.
The LA maybe required to deliver education (other than at school) in certain circumstances. Further information can be found at 'Ensuring a good education for children who cannot attend school because of health needs (Jan 2013)'. Education may be provided at Torlands Academy www.wavemat.org/our-academies/torlands-academy-exeter and Devon Hospital Short Stay School www.devonhospitalschool.org.uk
CLINICAL STAFF completing this form are reminded to provide evidence of the illness which precludes their patient from attending their current school. (Where it is agreed that education should be provided then Alternative Education may be offered at another school or setting) Following consultation in November 2022 with Devon Local Medical Committee it has been agreed that advice for children with long term health conditions will be accepted from Consultants, Specialists and Speciality doctors