37.31 Order For Community Sanction — Day Centre Order - Children Act 2001, Section 118

What this form is for

• • Use when a court orders a day‑centre placement as a community sanction.
• • Do not use for residential care orders – a different form applies.
• • Use for children under 18 only.
• • Applicable for sanctions issued by any District or Circuit Court.
• • Only for orders made under Section 118 of the Children Act 2001.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The order must be filed before the first day‑centre session, typically within 7 days of the court’s decision.

Before you submit

• • Child’s full name and date of birth entered correctly.
• • Day‑centre name and full address are accurate.
• • Start and end dates of the sanction are correct.
• • All court‑imposed conditions are listed.
• • Judge’s signature and date are present.
• • Supporting documents attached, if required.
• • Form signed by the responsible solicitor or clerk.
• • Copy retained for the family’s records.
• • Correct court office selected for delivery.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete the form using black ink or the e‑filing system.
2. 2Have the presiding judge sign and date the order.
3. 3Attach any required risk assessments or reports.
4. 4Make a copy for the child’s guardian.
5. 5Submit the original to the issuing court office (post, in person, or e‑file).
6. 6Confirm receipt with the court clerk.

Known limitations

• • Only valid for day‑centre sanctions under Section 118 of the Children Act 2001.
• • Does not cover residential or foster‑care placements.
• • Electronic submission may not be available in all court districts.
• • Form does not capture financial contributions; a separate agreement may be needed.