Apply for a child performance licence
A child under school leaving age may need a licence if take they part in events, including:
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theatre performances (professional or amateur)
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music and dance festivals (including school dance shows)
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modelling shoots
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films and television
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paid or professional sport.
The Children and Young Person Acts 1933 and 1963 The Children (Performances and Activities) (England) Regulations 2014.
An application should be completed and submitted to the licensing authority not less than 21 days before the first performance or activity for which the licence is requested, since the licensing authority may otherwise refuse to grant a licence.
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The person responsible for the production should apply to us for this licence.
If a child is not going to be supervised by their parent or legal guardian, they must be supervised by a licenced chaperone.
Read more about licensed chaperones.
You will need
A medical declaration fully completed by the child’s parent or legal guardian prior to submitting your application, please download and complete before you begin your application. Download a copy of the Medical declaration.
- A copy of the child's birth certificate or passport
- A photograph of the child taken within the last 6 months
- Completed risk assessment
- Safeguarding policy
Additional information required
- Information and dates about the activities, rehearsal or performance
- Child’s details
- School information
- The parent/carer must be aware you are submitting this application
If you need any further advice or guidance, please contact Children in Entertainment, Employment and Chaperone Licences team
Email: cee.service@nottscc.gov.uk
Telephone: 0115 854 6082
