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Academies: Thurrock

Commons · Question 1818 · Tabled 15 May 2026 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 2 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by James McMurdock

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department has taken to safeguard students at academy schools in Thurrock.

Answer

Answered by Josh MacAlister, 2 Jun 2026

The department safeguards students at academy schools by setting statutory requirements through the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 and the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. Academy trusts must comply with thes...