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<p>Every child, including those who have been excluded, should receive a good quality
education to allow them to achieve their full potential. Information on the number
of pupils in pupil referral units (PRUs) reintegrated into mainstream education annually
is not readily available and it could only be determined at a disproportionate cost.</p><br
/><p>PRUs and other alternative providers should work with commissioners to develop
a clearly defined set of objectives for each pupil’s time in alternative provision
and their reintegration into mainstream education. Progress against these objectives
should be frequently monitored and assessed to ensure that pupils’ needs are being
addressed and they return to mainstream school when they are ready. An appropriate
package of support should be in place to assist in the reintegration process.</p><br
/><p>The Department has published statutory guidance in 2013 on alternative provision
with clearly defined objectives for commissioners of PRUs and alternative provision
(AP) to support pupils back into school after an alternative education placement.
A copy has been attached to this answer.</p><br />
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