Child performance licence
Legislation says that Child Performance Licence applications should be submitted to us at least 21 working days prior to the performance.
For more information about current legislation visit DfE guidance on child performances (opens new window) or download the Children (Performances and Activities) (England) Regulations 2014 (PDF, 96 KB)(opens new window)
Once we receive your completed child performance application we will provide the licence within 21 working days.
Follow this guidance when completing the Child performance licence application form (Word doc, 56 KB)(opens new window)
Chaperone Approval applications
We can also provide Chaperone Approval packs. Please contact us if you would like advice or would like to request a copy of the application form.
Contact us
Applications for child performance licences can be posted to
Education Support Service
Legal Intervention Team
Civic Centre
Floor 2
Gateshead
NE8 1HH
LITChildPerformanceLicence@Gateshead.Gov.UK
This email box is checked weekly.