We strongly encourage families to avoid booking holidays during term time. In line with government guidance, leave of absence can only be authorised in exceptional circumstances.

Please be aware that unauthorised leave of absence may result in a Penalty Notice being issued. This is currently set at £160 per parent, per child (reduced to £80 if paid within 21 days). In some cases, the Local Authority may choose to refer the matter directly to the Magistrates’ Court.

All requests for leave during term time must be made in advance and will be considered by the Headteacher in line with the school’s Attendance Policy. Each request is looked at individually.

If you need to take your child out of school for any reason, you must complete a Leave of Absence Request Form, clearly stating the reason for the absence. You will receive a response confirming whether the request has been authorised or not.

Please click below to download the Leave of Absence form.