Managing and disseminating information

It is very important that the management and dissemination of information within a school community is effective and understood. See below for some suggested approaches.

• Ensure a system is in place for all staff to both share and receive information about learners and their needs (for example, updates on learning, behaviour and attendance) which ensures confidentiality and data protection.

• Use templates that provide a clear and consistent format. These will help to provide evidence of the reflective processes used by staff who are involved in the management of individual learners.

• Consider the sensitive use of language and labels in all documents. Ask yourself “Would the young person/parents/carers be happy to read this?” “Have I used the appropriate professional language and tone?”