I'm due to start my PGCE course in September and I emailed to say I needed two days off in mid November for a family wedding that has been rescheduled twice due to covid. I explained the situation and how it was important that I'm there and that I hoped it wasn't inappropriate to request the time off.
I received an email back from my teacher training provider assuring me it wasn't inappropriate but that they'd need some evidence to pass on to the University associated with the course.
I received an email a couple of days ago saying they've spoken to my course leader they want:
- to know why it's going to be two days and not one (we live in the south and the wedding is up north)
- whose wedding it is
- a booking confirmation for our accommodation
- to see the invite
I completely understand they want to check but this feels over the top to say this is a training course I'm paying for and not time off from a paid job.
I've let them know well in advance and I feel like what they're asking for is completely over the top!
Would you expect to be asked for evidence of every fine detail about a wedding you're going to or AIBU?