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School Absence Request - Template, Sample Form Online

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Create your School Absence Request for use in United Kingdom. Answer a few plain-English questions and the document fills in automatically as you go - then download it in Word and PDF, ready to sign or share.

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Below you can preview the School Absence Request, complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, and download a ready-to-sign copy in Word and PDF — tailored for use in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked questions

What is a School Absence Request?

A School Absence Request is a ready-to-use legal template for United Kingdom. You complete it by answering a few plain-English questions, then download the finished document in Word and PDF.

What does the School Absence Request cover?

The School Absence Request is organised into sections covering Re: Notification of absence, so the important points are captured in a clear, consistent structure.

What formats can I download?

You can download your completed School Absence Request as an editable Microsoft Word (.docx) file and as a PDF.

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Yes — save it to your account and you can re-open, edit and re-download it at any time.

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Dear ________,

Re: Notification of absence

I am writing to notify you of a period of absence in relation to my child, ________ (________). I am the parent of ________. The absence is unavoidable for the reasons outlined below.

The anticipated period of absence from ________ to until the end of the school day on ________.

The reason for the absence is that my child has a medical appointment to attend during the period of absence at: ________.

If you require anything further from me, please do not hesitate to ask me.


Yours sincerely,

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