We take attendance and punctuality extremely seriously. Please use this form to notify the school of your child’s absence.

When completing this form, you will be asked to select the reason for the absence:

  • Illness
  • Medical
  • Holiday Request

Please ensure you read the guidance below before submitting your response.

Illness

If your child is unwell and unable to attend school:

  • A new form must be completed for each day of absence.
  • The form should be submitted before 8:30am on the day of absence.
  • Alternatively, you may telephone the school office on 01453 765959.

Important:
Children with diarrhoea or vomiting must remain at home until they have been symptom-free for at least 48 hours, in line with NHS guidance, to prevent the spread of illness within the school community.

Medical

If your child has a medical appointment (e.g. doctor, dentist, hospital or therapy appointment):

  • Children should attend school before and/or after the appointment where feasible.
  • Please provide advance notice wherever possible.

Holiday Request

Holiday requests must be submitted at least 7 working days in advance.

All holiday requests will be reviewed by the Headteacher, and you will receive written confirmation within 5 working days to confirm whether the absence has been authorised.

Please be aware that, in line with statutory attendance regulations and Local Authority guidance, unauthorised absences may result in a Penalty Notice being issued per parent, per child.. 

Please find below links to notify the school of any absences or to request a leave of absence for your child.

Absence Form – Illness, Medical & Holiday requests

The following website has helpful information

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/is-my-child-too-ill-for-school