Explain The Laws And Codes Of Practice Affecting Work In Schools

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1. Data Protection Act 1998 - the schools need to keep and use information only for the purpose for which it was intended. We should know all information about pupils as confidential and ensure that we do not share it with others without parental consent. 2. The UN Convention on Rights of the Child 1989- children have a right to protection from and form of discrimination; the best interests for the child; children are entitled to express their opinions; children can receive and share information which is not damaging to others; children have the freedom of religion; all children have the equal right to education; children learn to live and respect to other people. 3. Education Act 2002 - it is brought in some changes to school regulations , staffing and …show more content…

Freedom of information act 2000 - any one might request information held by a school, school have duty and assistance to help, however, for the protection information which may be confidential, the governing bodies will give advice when dealing with information. 6. Human Rights Act 1998 - the rights for education, the respect for private, the freedom of expression. 7. The special educational needs code of practice 2001 and disability decimation act 1995/2005/equality act 2010 - all the children including SEN children have an increased right to a mainstream education. Children with special education needs being included in mainstream schools and support assistants who support them. 8. Every child matters 2003 and children act 2004 updated in 2010 to help children achiever more - support children from birth to 19 years old need to be healthy stay safe, enjoy and achieve, make a positive contribution and achieve economic well- being. We should also know the national legislation and codes in the work with children, ensuring have equal opportunity for all children through the curriculum. We need to aware the impact of prejudice and discrimination, showing we promote equality and diversity through our work, encouraging