Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
To ensure residential special schools meet national minimum standards regarding the safeguarding and welfare of the children for whom residential accommodation is provided. Residential special schools providing residential accommodation for any child for more than 295 days a year are covered by the National minimum standards for children's homes regulations 2001. Covers welfare support, premises, staffing, organisation and management.
History
In force from 1 January 2013.
Subjects
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Welfare facilities
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Schools
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Educational facilities
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Building types
Publisher History
The Department for Education was formed on 12 May 2010 and is responsible for education and children's services. It was formerly known as the Department for Children, Schools and Families.
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