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<p>The Timpson review was commissioned to explore exclusions practice and why children
with some characteristics, such as children from particular ethnic groups, are more
likely to be excluded from school. No data is held on the characteristics of the individuals
who met with the review team, but understanding the variation in exclusion rates between
pupil groups was a consideration across the review’s evidence gathering and engagement,
and the report is informed by extensive engagement with all those involved in exclusion,
including children who had been excluded and their parents.</p><p>The review heard
from excluded children and parents during the call for evidence as well as during
fieldwork visits. This included during visits to schools as well as meetings arranged
specifically to hear from parent and carer groups. Locations for visits were selected
based on matching areas with similar pupil populations, including the proportion who
were from ethnic minority backgrounds. The review is also informed by independent
research undertaken by Coram on the experience of children, including children who
had been excluded, and their parents. Information on the gender and ethnicity of children
whose parents spoke to Coram is published as part of their report. Information on
the gender of children who spoke directly to Coram is also provided. Coram’s research
is available here: <a href="https://www.coram.org.uk/sites/default/files/resource_files/School%20exclusions_full%20report_final_0.pdf"
target="_blank">https://www.coram.org.uk/sites/default/files/resource_files/School%20exclusions_full%20report_final_0.pdf</a>.</p>
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