During the season of Lent, we always engage in “Almsgiving” and find ways of giving to those less fortunate. St Joesph’s Lent appeal is a perfect way to get involved and this year we have raised money by hosting a spelling challenge using our new outdoor orienteering course. We challenged the children to find as many words as they could from hidden prompts.The children loved it !
First offence – the first time a penalty notice is issued. The amount will be £80 per parent, per child paid within 21 days. This increases to £160 per parent, per child if paid after day 21 until day 28th. Any non-payments of the Penalty Notice may be referred to the magistrate court.
Second offence – (within 3 years) – the second time a penalty notice is issued. The amount will be £160 per parent, per child paid within 28 days. Any non-payment of the Penalty Notice may be referred to the Magistrate Court.
Third offence and any further offences (within 3 years) – the third time and offence is committed. A Penalty Notice will not be issued and the case may be presented straight to the Magistrate Court under S444 of the Education Act (1996) or any other legal interventions considered. The magistrates court can order fines up to £2500 per parent, per child.
Please see the attendance section of the website or letters home for further clarification.