Holidays in Term Time
By law, there is no entitlement or right to leave during term time. It is expected that family holidays would normally be arranged within the thirteen weeks of official school holidays. We cannot legally authorise more than ten days absence in a school year unless there are exceptional circumstances.

You are required to write a detailed request and complete a form at least fourteen days before the absence. Every case will be considered on individual merits and your child’s previous attendance record will be taken into consideration.

A pupil’s absence during term time can seriously disrupt their continuity of learning. Not only do they miss teaching provided in the days they are away, they are also less prepared for the lessons building on that after their return. Staff are not required to provide work for pupils taking holidays in term time. When making a request you need to consider the impact this absence may have on your child’s achievements because of work missed.

Please note no leave of absence will be granted during the Key Stage 1 & 2 SAT’s period.

Illness
If your child is ill and unable to attend school you should telephone school at the beginning of the illness and send an explanatory letter with them upon their return.

If your child has a medical or dental appointment during school time please inform school in writing stating details of dates, time and who will be collecting your child from school if necessary.