We won't approve holiday time for children during term time. If you take your child out of school for a holiday or other unauthorised absence, we will issue a penalty notice on behalf of your school.
We believe that regular attendance at school is vital to help children and young people achieve their full potential and get the best possible start in life. This will be our approach unless the legislation or guidance from the government changes.
We are aware that the outcome of a court case in the Isle of Wight has generated some public debate and enquiries about the issuing of penalty notices for unauthorised absence in Sheffield.
The Isle of Wight case has not changed the law or set a legal precedent. This means magistrates courts will continue to consider the legislation on term time absences on a case by case basis.
You can download our policy and our code of conduct on how we issue Fixed Penalty Notices below.