to ask school to authorise absence for center parcs

[needabreak5]

We have booked the CP village near my parents (300 miles from us), for next month. Friday to Monday, term time so two days off school. It was originally booked for last year, before DS started school, cancelled due covid, rebooked for Christmas (then cancelled), re-booked for easter (cancelled). On this fourth re-book the only available dates were during term-time DC haven't seen grandparents for 10 months - we are desperate for a mini holiday after so many disappointments and cancellations. If you were the head would you allow the absence?

[bumhug]

We're currently in the car on the way home from a Mon-Fri (3rd time lucky) break at centreparcs.

My eldest is in reception so it meant 4 days off school.

The school sent the form back with it ticked as unauthorised.

His teacher wished him a happy holiday at pick up last Friday.

What are you worrying about exactly?

[eeyore228]

@ PlanDeRaccordement I'm sure the fine is per child per parent because both parents have an obligation to ensure their child is in school. Therefore they fine both parents unless one has no interaction with their child.

[bumhug]

If you say you're separated you'll only get fined once.