Academies and statements

[pinknpurple]

Can the LA name an academy in the sm if the parents don't want it? I know that if it is named by the parent and the academy refuses the LA can't force the issue but does it work the other way round?

Yes, the LA can name an academy if the parent doesn't want it.

There's some useful stuff about academies, including special needs, on David Wolfe's website, davidwolfe.org.uk/wordpress/