Insurance

Parents should be aware that there is no universal person accident cover for school children.  As it has no insurable interest, the Council’s policies cannot extend to cover pupils engaged on educational visits, school journeys, etc., although the general liability policy protects the Council against the consequences of actions brought against it on behalf of pupils.  Schools take out insurance for residential visits involving an overnight stay.  Parents are advised to check with the Headteacher for more detailed information.  Parents are, of course, at liberty to take out insurance on an individual basis should they want additional cover for their children.