Section 19 Policy under the Education Act 1996

How we ensure that children who are unable to attend school have access to appropriate, high-quality education that meets their needs.

We have a duty to provide alternative provision to children who cannot attend school. Without this alternative provision, the children would not receive a suitable education. 

This includes children who have: 

  • been permanently excluded
  • medical conditions
  • education needs that cannot be met within a school setting

You can find guidance, policies, procedures and the referral process in our:

This applies to all children who: 

  • are of compulsory school age
  • live in the Westmorland and Furness area
  • are on the school register, or not on the register
  • attend any type of school