Dealing with persistent or unreasonable complaints
Serial and unfounded complaints can be time-consuming and stressful for both headteachers and governors. Learn how to manage this effectively and find out where you can get help with particularly tricky situations.
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This article is based on the Department for Education's complaints guidance for maintained schools.
Academies: please note that while the following guidance doesn't apply to you, you might still find it a useful guide.
Identify a serial or persistent complaint
Most complaints raised will be valid, and should be treated seriously. However, a complaint may become unreasonable if the:
You should only categorise the complaint itself as being persistent or unreasonable, not the person making it. They may make valid complaints in the future, which you’ll
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