Most parents and carers will know that it is a legal requirement for children to receive a full-time education.
In many cases, parents will be contacted by the school, or your local council's education welfare officer. This can even lead to prosecution, though parents will normally get warnings and offers of help from the local council first.The council can fine each parent £60, which jumps up to £120 if you don't pay within three weeks. After four weeks of non-payment, you could even be prosecuted.
Most children start school full-time in the September after their fourth birthday, meaning they'll turn five during their first school year. For example, if your child’s fourth birthday falls between September 1, 2022 and August 31, 2023 they would likely start school this September.