Attendance and alternative provision
Organise the facts, ask for a joined-up plan and understand when to raise the question of suitable education.
Five calm, evidence-led guides for families in England. Each one turns a complex route into practical preparation, clear questions and editable wording.
Reviewed 30 August 2026 · Information, not legal or medical advice
Every guide includes a measured action path, official source links and editable template wording.
Organise the facts, ask for a joined-up plan and understand when to raise the question of suitable education.
Use evidence to connect identified needs with practical provision, delivery and review arrangements.
Understand the distinction, the evidence threshold and the questions to explore before making an education change.
Prepare for a discussion with your GP and submit independent evidence in a clear, traceable way.
Understand the basic route, prepare an issue summary and use the current official forms and deadlines.