The DFE states that the discretion to grant leave must be used very sparingly and only in the most exceptional circumstances. It is highly unlikely that a holiday during term time will be authorised.
The new Attendance Policy comes into force in September 2023. If a parent chooses not to bring their child to school following a leave of absence being rejected, the absence will be marked as unauthorised and could lead to a Fixed Penalty Notice.
Any request must be received by the school at least two weeks prior to the absence (unless the absence is unforeseen).
Holidays/Leave taken without permission must be recorded as unauthorised.
Please complete the form attached and include a letter of explanation. If there is no letter of explanation included it will automatically be unauthorised. Forms should be emailed to admin@greatbarton.suffolk.sch.uk