Parent and carers are strongly urged not to book holidays or take special leave during school term because
* Your child will miss out on important school work and may not be able to catch up. This could have serious consequences on progress, attainment and opportunities later in life.
* Other pupils' education could be affected- the time teachers have to help all children in a class is reduced if they spend time helping your child catch up after a holiday.
* Educational experience in school missed as a result of a family holiday cannot be re-captured later.
There are 190 school days in a year - this leaves 175 days for holidays, cultural activities and family time.
If you feel that absence from school in term time is absolutely unavoidable, complete this form and return it to me at the school.
Please be advised that holidays in term time are not a right and will only be granted under exceptional circumstances.
Each case is considered individually; however, leave will not be usually be granted if your child already has low attendance or if the leave coincides with important examinations.
Please note that forms will be approved within the timeframe of the date of the request.
Yours faithfully
Ryan Davies
Headteacher