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Information for parents

Information for parents

Information for parents about the starting school process, or what the policy is regarding homework or bullying.

Academies

This section includes guidance and information on the County Council's Academies Programme and other useful information for school wishing to become an academy.

Attendance, truancy and exclusions

Information for parents and carers about the sanctions West Sussex local authority schools can impose regarding matters such as attendance, detentions and exclusions.

Bullying

One of the most difficult times in a child's school life can be when they encounter a bully. Information for parents and carers on how to deal with bullying.

Elective home education

If you are thinking about educating your child at home, find out more here...

Exams and performance

Find information about exams and performance. If you have any specific queries about the curriculum or exam dates please contact your child's school in the first instance.

Chaperone licences, work permits and theatre TV work

Information for parents and carers on how to apply for these and what young people can legally do.

Homework frequently asked questions by parents and carers

Have you got a query about your child's homework? If so this page may may help.

Personal property, jewellery and uniforms

Advice for parents and carers on the different school policies regarding uniforms, personal property and wearing jewellery.

Pupil records

Information for parents and carers regarding access to pupil's records.

School meals - encouraging healthy eating

Healthy eating is at the top of many parents agendas. Find out what we are doing about this in West Sussex here.

School transport

Information on home to school travel including assistance with school transport, public transport and journey planning information, and concessionary travel for pupils and students.

School trips

Information for parents and carers regarding school trips. If you have any queries or concerns about trips, please contact the school in the first instance.

Work experience

Work experience presents an invaluable opportunity for young people to spend 1-2 weeks in a work environment. Find out what is involved on our Work experience pages.

Leaving school

Under the Education (School Leaving Date) Order 1997, the date pupils can leave school is the last Friday in June.

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