Service Description: Queries about Child Entertainment Performance Licences can be addressed to the Business Support Team (Schools and Learning) at County Hall. A Matron or Chaperone is the title of the licensed person appointed to protect, control and care for children whilst they are performing. For more information, and applications forms relating to Chaperone Licenses please use the additional weblinks below.
Also known as:- Chaperone Licence, Matron Licences, Performance Licenses, Performance/stage licences for school age children, Stage Licences
Answer: A Matron or Chaperone supervises a child who is taking part in performances for the duration of the work. They may be the child’s parent, teacher or person approved by the LEA; that is the applicant should be able to demonstrate that the person they wish to appoint as matron or chaperone has CRB clearance.