Scotch College

Successful Teenage Gatherings

Legal considerations

• Parents have a clear duty of care to teenagers under their supervision who are not 18. (Refer Family Law Act 1975).
• Parents can be sued for damages and breach of duty of care it they fail to provide adult supervision.
• It is wise to check the public liability component of your home insurance before agreeing to hold a party.
• No on wants to stop your teenager from having a good time, but a little planning may prevent the memories of a celebration becoming a nightmare. Awareness of potential problems can help ensure an enjoyable and successful party.
• Most importantly, discuss all these issues with your teenager and listen carefully to his or her ideas and opinions.
• These are guidelines only and you need to sort out what works for your family and to modify your ideas as your teenager matures.