Education Law

Overview

At Civitas Chambers, our education barristers provide expert advice and representation to local authorities, schools, parents, students, teachers, and academic institutions across England and Wales. Based in Cardiff and instructed nationwide, we act for all types of educational bodies — from schools and academies to further and higher education institutions.

We combine specialist legal knowledge with practical experience to deliver high-quality advocacy and advice in matters ranging from local disputes to judicial reviews and tribunal appeals.

Areas of Expertise

• School admissions and exclusion appeals
• Examination result challenges and appeals
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) & Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
• School transport disputes
• Teacher misconduct and disciplinary proceedings
• Employment disputes within educational institutions
• Discrimination and equality in education

We understand that education disputes often involve sensitive, time-critical issues. Our team offers clear, practical guidance and robust representation to achieve fair and efficient outcomes.

Contributors to ALN Law in Wales

Members of our team are authors of the Nodi No-Nonsense Guide to ALN Law in Wales, co-ordinated by Cathrine Grubb. The guide provides practical insight into the Additional Learning Needs (ALN) framework and serves as a trusted resource for practitioners, educators, and parents.

For correspondence: Cathrine.grubb@civitaslaw.com

Why Instruct Civitas Chambers

• Specialist Education Barristers – Covering all areas from school disputes to higher education litigation.
• Practical Solutions – Clear, outcome-focused advice in sensitive and time-critical cases.
• National Reputation – Recognised for expertise in ALN and SEN law across Wales and England.
• Experienced Advocates – Appear before the Education Tribunal for Wales, the OIA and the High Court.
• Thought Leaders – Authors and trainers on developments in Welsh education law.