Commentary on Sections School behaviour and attendance partnerships
822.Since September 2007, the Government has expected that all secondary schools be members of partnerships to improve behaviour and tackle persistent absence. Currently 98% of maintained secondary schools and 94% of Academies are members voluntarily, but the extent to which existing partnerships are aligned to DCSF design principles and outcomes, as outlined in (currently non-statutory) guidance is variable.
823.Partnerships typically comprise approximately 3 to 6 members, but this varies due to local circumstance. Some partnerships have links to primary schools, special schools, pupil referral units and/or other forms of alternative provision.