Leave application by parent for child

Use this when a parent or guardian writes to the school to say that the child will be absent, or was absent, because of illness or a family reason.

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To The Class Teacher, [School Name], [City] Date: [Date] Subject: Leave for my child [Child's Name], class [Class and Section] Respected Sir/Madam, I am the [Father/Mother/Guardian] of [Child's Name], who studies in class [Class and Section], roll number [Roll Number]. [He/She] will not be able to attend school from [From Date] to [To Date] because [Reason, for example he has a fever]. I request you to kindly grant [him/her] leave for these days. I will make sure that [he/she] completes the work missed during this time. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, [Parent's Name] Mobile: [Mobile Number]

When to use this letter

Use this when the parent, not the child, informs the school. It is the right choice for younger children, for a long absence, and whenever the reason is a family matter. A parent's note carries more weight than a student's for planned leave.

Before you send it

Write the child's full name, class, section and roll number so the note reaches the right register.
Add your mobile number. The teacher may need to call you.
For a planned leave, send the note before the first day of absence, not after.
Keep it to one reason. A short, true reason is better than a long story.

How to send or submit it

Write it in the school diary if the diary has a leave page; schools check that first. Otherwise send a signed note with the child, or use the school app or the official email. Sign as you signed on the admission form, since some schools compare signatures.

Mistakes that get it sent back

The child's class and section are missing.
No dates, or "a few days" in place of dates.
No signature, or a signature the school does not recognise.
Sent after a long absence with no earlier message to the teacher.

Common questions

Can I send this on WhatsApp to the class teacher?

Many schools accept a message for one or two days of absence and ask for a signed note later. Follow your school diary or the teacher's instructions.

This is a general format, written by us, to save you time. If the school or college has its own printed form, use that form. Last checked: 11 November 2026.

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