We expect this because it is well known that missing school leads to children developing gaps in their learning. Being absent for just one lesson begins the formation of these 'gaps', missing information that children find almost impossible to catch up on and later becomes a barrier to their progression.
The law states that parents or carers do not have the right to take their child out of school for the purposes of a holiday, leisure or recreational activity. Term time holidays in Sheffield will not be authorised unless there are exceptional reasons. If you take your child out of school without the school's permission, you may be issued with a penalty fine.
You must tell school if your child is not able to attend. This might be because they are ill or have experienced a family emergency. It is up to school to decide if they will authorise the absence or not.
If the headteacher does not agree they will record it on the register as an unauthorised absence. If this happens a lot, it may lead to legal action being taken against you.
If your child is ill they should return to school as soon as they can. The NHS: Healthier Together guide under supporting information provides you with advice on common childhood illnesses and when children can return to school.
For help and advice you can contact your child’s school or get in touch with us at sheffieldinclusion&attendance@sheffield.gov.uk.