Non-school attendance

Payment of penalty notices

Paying online

You will need:

  • the amount you are required to pay
  • your penalty notice reference number (this is on the front of your penalty notice)
  • your credit or debit card
  • a pen and paper (to record your transaction number)

Pay penalty notice online

We are no longer able to accept payments by cash, cheque, telephone or postal order.

How much it costs

Before 19 August 2024

£60 if paid within 21 days. £120 if paid after 21 days but within 28 days.

After 19 August 2024

First notice

£80 if paid within 21 days. £160 if paid after 21 days but within 28 days.

Second notice

£160, must be paid within 28 days.

Late or part payments

Late or part payments will not be accepted and no reminders will be sent. If payment is not made, you are likely to be prosecuted for the offence and could be subject to a fine of up to £2,500.