From September 2018 Headteachers are no longer allowed to authorise absences during term time for family holidays. Headteachers can only grant leave of absence in exceptional circumstances. Parents of children who are absent from school for 5 days or more may be issued with a fixed penalty notice by the Local Authority which is £60 per adult per child.
The Local Authority has produced two leaflets with advice and guidance for parents.
To request Leave of absence for pupils, please complete the form below and return it to school at least two weeks before the date of the first absence.