Parenting Plan
A Parenting Plan is a voluntary agreement between separated or divorced parents that outlines how they will share responsibilities for their child(ren). It helps parents establish clear arrangements without needing a formal court order.
Free Parenting Plan Template
Use this free template as a starting point for your co-parenting arrangement. Copy and customise it to suit your family's needs.
PARENTING PLAN
Date: [Date]
Parent 1: [Full name], of [Address] Parent 2: [Full name], of [Address]
Children:
- [Child's name], born [Date]
- [Child's name], born [Date]
1. Living Arrangements
The children will primarily live with [Parent 1 / Parent 2 / shared equally].
2. Regular Schedule
- Weekdays: Children with [Parent] from [Day] to [Day]
- Weekends: Children with [Parent] from [Time, Day] to [Time, Day]
- Alternating weekends: [Yes / No — describe pattern]
3. School Holidays
- Summer holidays: [Split equally / Alternating weeks / Other]
- Half-terms: [Arrangement]
- Christmas: [Alternating years — odd years with Parent 1, even with Parent 2 / Other]
- Easter: [Arrangement]
- Other holidays: [Arrangement]
4. Special Occasions
- Birthdays: [Children spend the day with... / Split / Celebrate with both]
- Mother's Day / Father's Day: [Child with relevant parent]
- Religious holidays: [Arrangement]
5. Handover
- Location: [Parent's home / School / Neutral location]
- Time: [Specific times]
- Who collects/drops off: [Details]
6. Communication
- Children may contact [either parent] by phone/video at [reasonable times / specific times]
- Parents will communicate about the children via [text / email / co-parenting app]
- Both parents agree to speak respectfully about each other in front of the children
7. Decision-Making
Major decisions (education, healthcare, religion) will be made:
- Jointly by both parents
- By [Parent] with consultation
Day-to-day decisions will be made by whichever parent the children are with.
8. Education
- Current school: [School name]
- School fees (if applicable): [Split equally / Paid by Parent]
- School events: [Both parents welcome to attend]
9. Healthcare
- Doctor: [Name, practice]
- Dentist: [Name, practice]
- Both parents should be informed of any medical issues or appointments
10. Travel
- Domestic travel: [Notify other parent in advance]
- International travel: [Written consent required from both parents]
- Passports held by: [Parent / Alternating]
11. New Partners
Both parents agree to introduce new partners to the children only after [a reasonable period / discussion with the other parent].
12. Review
This plan will be reviewed every [6-12] months or when circumstances change significantly.
Signatures:
Parent 1: _ Date: _ Parent 2: _ Date: _
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