Publisher's Synopsis
This has been completely rewritten to take account of the new legislative framework facing schools and local education authorities. The major changes brought about by the 1986, 1987 and 1988 Education Acts, and by the 1992 Schools Bill are covered in this guide, which is suitable for education officers.;It gives authorities guidance on the principal legal issues relating to education including: personnel, admissions policy, grant-maintained status and quality assurance in schools and colleges. It also has a separate chapter on the position in Scotland.
