Part-time timetables

A part-time timetable should only be used in very exceptional circumstances.

It is when a school and parents agree for a child to go to school for fewer hours or days than usual for full-time education. This should only be for a short, specific time to meet a child’s individual needs.

A part-time timetable must:

be agreed in writing between you and the school
be for a limited time
have regular review dates

A school cannot set up a part-time timetable without your written permission.

It must include a date for when your child will return to full-time education, either at school or through alternative provision.

Schools must report part-time timetables to Wokingham Borough Council.

Part-time timetable policy

Read our Part time timetables policy (PDF).

Children in specific circumstances

For some children, extra steps must be taken before a part-time timetable can be set up.

Children with an EHCP

The school must consult with the SEND Team as well as get written agreement from parents for a part-time timetable.
If a child or young person’s needs have changed, an early annual review should be considered.

Children in Care

The child’s Personal Education Plan (PEP) must be reviewed.
The child’s Social Worker and the Virtual School must be consulted.
Written consent must be given by those with parental responsibility.

Children in Need or with a Child Protection Plan

The school must consult the child’s Social Worker and agree on the part-time timetable.
The timetable should only be put in place after a core group meeting.

Pupils in Year 11

The school must consult the Elevate NEET Prevention Team for advice about education, employment, or training.

Contact: elevate@wokingham.gov.uk

Part-time timetables