Exploring persistent absence
Some thoughts about how persistent absence could be defined in a world affected by Covid
The SEND Review ought to find out why so many young people are in local authority commissioned alternative provision
Over 32,000 young people were in education outside of the state-funded school system but paid for by local authorities in January 2021. We take a closer look at this group.
How many pupils from mainstream schools are educated off site each week?
We look at how many pupils were educated off-site, dual-registered and absent due to exclusion in the week ending 8th October 2021
How many primary school pupils have been persistently absent so far this year?
An overview of persistent absence in primary schools so far this year compared to 2019/20 and 2020/21
How many secondary school pupils have been persistently absent so far this year?
An overview of persistent absence in secondary schools so far this year compared to 2019/20 and 2020/21
Which BTEC subjects have the best (and worst) gender balance?
We explore trends in gender balance in BTECs between 2016 and 2020.
Absence in primary schools so far this year
Absence in primary schools in the first half-term of this year was better than last year, but is still worse than pre-pandemic. A reduction in COVID infections is needed to avoid disruption this half-term.
How do mental health problems vary during secondary school?
Mental health problems among children increase sharply during secondary school. It looks like age, rather than year group, is key
How many asymptomatic pupils with COVID-19 are attending schools?
The latest ONS infection survey suggests not all children with COVID are missing school