Charging for School Activities

From time to time, schools may organise additional activities for pupils which differ from the normal day to day school activities (for example, school trips, activity clubs, musical instrument tuition etc).

The rules concerning charging for these activities are complex and this section provides advice and guidance on this issue.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I be charged for an activity undertaken by my child at school?

Can the school charge me for my child to learn a musical instrument?

Why has my child's school asked if I will make a voluntary contribution towards the cost of a school trip?

Will I be charged if my child takes part in an after school activity?

How can I find out about a school's charging policy?

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