School attendance and the law

School attendance order

If you fail to register your child at a school and not arrange suitable alternative education, the council may issue a School Attendance Order requiring you to register your child at a named school.

Non-attendance at school

The London Borough of Croydon is adopting the Croydon Council penalty notice code of conduct.

Further information

Schools and Education Welfare Officer (EWO) providers can only apply for further guidance on these policies, along with the forms and letters at EducationPenaltyNotices@croydon.gov.uk.