Parents are responsible for making sure that their children of compulsory school age receive efficient full time education that is suitable to the child’s age, ability and aptitude and to any special educational needs the child may have. This can be by regular attendance at school, alternative provision or by education otherwise (e.g. the parent can choose to educate their child at home).
School holiday dates including non-pupil/occasional days and information about taking your children out of school during term
The types of voluntary and legal actions that the Local Authority can take for poor attendance.
Information about applying for a entertainment licence if your child is in a performance and about how to apply to be a chaperone.
In order for a child of compulsory school age to work lawfully, he/she must have a work permit.
Contact
- Email: attendance@torbay.gov.uk
- Tel: 01803 208102
- Fax: 01803 208226
