Who decides where child goes to school?

Who decides where child goes to school?

Court Decision When a court makes a decision regarding school placement, it doesn’t decide where the child will go to school. Rather, it decides which parent will have legal custody of the child on this matter. Simply put, the court gives one parent total control over where the child will go to school.

How does a judge decide where a child goes to school?

The judge will generally look at each school’s overall rating and location in relation to each parent’s home to decide what school appears to be the more practical choice in the best interests of the child.

Can a mother change a child’s school without the father’s consent?

Yes he can change the school in theory as he is the resident parent. However, you can try and block this by applying to family court for a Specific Issue Order and a Judge will decide what is in your child’s best interests.

Do both parents have to agree on school?

Just like other important decisions about children the selection of a school (at any age) is a matter that needs to be agreed by both parents. This is a legal responsibility as a result of both parents having Parental Responsibility for their children.

Can one parent change a child’s school?

The court will have to decide if the change is in your child’s best interests. The court will want to see a good reason for it. If you don’t have PR then the other parent does not have to consult you before changing your child’s school or doctors. This is one of the reasons why PR is very important for both parents.

How can a woman lose custody of her child?

Serious neglect is proper grounds for a mother to lose custody. There is no “perfect parent” standard in the California Family Code. A mother’s serious neglect that endangers the health, safety, education, or general welfare of the child should cause the mother to lose custody of her child.

Can a good mom lose custody?

But, sometimes, good moms lose custody. Yes. Seriously. Sometimes, it happens that, even though a mom is a good mom, she loses custody.

Can a father take the child from its mother?

If you have sole physical custody, also known as, the primary custodial parent, you can take your child away from the mother. Both parents can and should follow their family custody orders insofar as they are formal orders by the court, enforceable by law, and by extension, law enforcement officers if necessary.