Chaperone services
Children taking part in licensed performances must be supervised
by a Registered matron/Chaperone, unless supervised by their own
parent / guardian.
The term "matron" refers to both matrons and chaperones. A matron
may look after up to 12 children at any one time.
A matron should give the same care that a parent would be expected
to give. Their main responsibilities are to:
- ensure the child has enough breaks and proper meals throughout
the day
- take action when a child is tired, ill or upset
- consider health and safety issues on stage and on set
- be aware of child protection issues
How do I become a registered matron/chaperone?
Please note: Grandparents, uncles, childminders and
the like are not legal guardians (unless they have been recognised
as such by the courts) and need to be approved in order to
chaperone a child.
If you would like more information about children in
entertainment please contact the Education Welfare Service at
education.welfare@kent.gov.uk.
Useful documents
Information for matrons and chaperones
Recognising child abuse - a guide for matrons