Step-by-step guides

Information and evidence gathering

This guide explains how to obtain information from the school and other services that can be used as evidence to support a school exclusion appeal.
To learn more about the legal position behind this guide, see our page on Education records

Steps in this guide

1
Identifying places to request information
2
Identifying which type of request to make
3
Making requests
4
Chasing a late request
5
Checking that the information received is clear and complete
6
Raising concerns over an unsatisfactory response to a request
7
Making a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office

The information on this page is correct at the time of writing, 24 Sep, 2025.

The Information on the Hub is provided free of charge for informational purposes only. It is not intended, nor should it be construed or relied on, as legal advice. It relates to school exclusion in England only and may not be fully accurate or up-to-date at the time of reading. Coram cannot be held responsible for any changes to the law that may make it outdated.