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You may have heard the phrase ‘in loco parentis’ many times before, but did you know that it actually has legal significance when it comes to looking after other people’s children – either on a casual or educational basis. ‘ In loco parentis’ is Latin for ‘instead of a parent’ and in English law it applies in several circumstances.Examples Of The Duty Of CareWhen you leave your child at the school gates you are in effect agreeing to allow the teachers and other staff at the school to act ‘in loco parentis.’ Further, you act in loco parentis when your child’s friends come to stay, or if you take your children and other people’s children on a trip to a local park, for example. Babysitters, child minders, nursery assistants, crèche supervisors and holiday camp supervisors also assume a duty of care during the course of their employment.Relevant LegislationSo what does this legal definition actually mean in practical terms? There are two statutory provisions that relate to the role of teachers acting in loco parentis: firstly, the Children Act 1989 provides that teachers have a duty of care towards the children under their supervision, as well as promoting the safety and welfare of the children in their care. The level of this duty of care is measured as being that of a ‘reasonable parent.’The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 puts a further obligation on the school as a whole to safeguard the wellbeing and safety of pupils in its care.
I have just had a call from The Brat's school Never a good sign.From her form teacher.Apparently there is a litle bit of trouble going on at the moment was I aware of this Did I know she had fallen out with some of her friends Did I know she was being accussed of cheating on her bf with another boy in class Did I know who her bf was
