Some schools have unique systems for absent notes. For example, there is a predefined template that a lot of schools use in America like this below:
What to write on a school excuse note?
How to Write an Excuse Note for School?
To write an excuse note for school, you need to provide the following things:
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- First, explain the absent reason honestly.
- Include child details in the letter, such as name, class name, section name, roll number, etc., so you can be easily identified.
- Indicate the parent’s full name, signature, and some means by which they can contact you in case of doubt.
- Your full address is on the right side of the paper
- The letter must be short, precise, and without any extensions.
- Be polite and formal.
- It is important to remember that a medical certificate or doctor’s note should be attached to the letter in case of illness.
Let us see how you can write absent notes or absent emails for school:
Absent Note for school examples:
Absent Note for School because Travel
Respected Principal,
I am writing to inform you that our daughter Elaine, who is a student of grade 2 in your school, shall not be able to attend school next week. We will be traveling to France for a week owing to a family event, therefore kindly excuse Elaine from [date] to [date].
We would appreciate it if you can share next week’s study plan so we can cover the course as soon as we return.
Sincerely,
Or you can try this more formal example:
Dear [Teacher’s Name],
I am writing to let you know that my child, [Student’s Name], was absent from school on [Date(s)] due to travel reasons. We had to travel out of town for [reason for travel, e.g. family emergency, wedding, etc.].
[He/She] will return to school as soon as possible. Please let us know if there is any homework or classwork that [he/she] missed during [his/her] absence, so we can make arrangements to complete it.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Writing a sick note for your child:
Absent Note for School because Health
Example 1:
Dear [Teacher’s Name],
I am writing to let you know that my child, [Student’s Name], was absent from school on [Date(s)] due to health reasons. [He/She] was experiencing [symptoms] and was advised by a doctor to take rest at home.
[He/She] is now feeling better and will return to school as soon as possible. Please let me know if there is any homework or classwork that [he/she] missed during [his/her] absence, so we can make arrangements to complete it.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Example 2:
Dear Principal,
I am writing to explain that my son Jim studying at your school in grade 3, was unable to attend school today. Since yesterday evening, he complained of stomach ache (or asthma, illness, etc. ). I have taken him to the doctor for medicine, and hopefully, he will be better soon. He complained of a severe headache in the morning, so I decided to let him rest for a while. He will be back to school from tomorrow.
The doctor has recommended that he stay home for three additional days so that he doesn’t get anyone else at school sick and Jacob will be bringing in a doctor’s note as well. I’d also like to know if it’s possible that I could come and pick up Jim’s homework for the day as well so that he doesn’t fall behind on assignments.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Or here is another health excuse note example:
My child was absent from school on 17/11 due to illness, and the doctor diagnosed it as Cold Fever. The person who treated him says he should stay home for 3 days before returning to recover comfortably, so I’ve included this note about what happened with our attendance! Thank you again – I appreciate your understanding greatly.
Or another little bit relaxed version example:
Please excuse Jimmy from school on Monday and Tuesday due to his illness. When he went in this morning, he had a temperature of 100 degrees, but we saw the doctor after lunchtime, who said it should be back up by now! Please let me know if you have any questions at [phone number]. Thank you 🙂
Excuse the absent letter for high school
Please excuse my daughter Jane as she was unable to attend school on ___(date)___ due to a high fever. Should there be any verification, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely,
Parent
___(parent’s name)___
___(parent phone number)___
However, if a student writes the letter, it will be like this:
Dear Teacher,
I have been down with a fever; hence I could not attend school today. I am sorry for the inconvenience caused. If any verification is needed, you may contact my parents at ___(number)___.
Thank you for your kind understanding.
Yours sincerely,
___(your name )___
Example of an excuse letter for not attending class
Dear Sir/Madam,
With due respect, it is to inform you that I will not be able to attend school tomorrow (Insert date here). I have a fewer/ I am traveling/ etc.
Kindly grant me leave for a day.
Yours faithfully,
John
Examples of excuse letters for college
Please excuse my recent absenteeism from your class. I have had a serious family matter/ illness/ travel, etc.
I can’t come to class today due to a fever. I am attaching my essay that was due today. I hope to be back in class by the end of the week.
I appreciate your understanding.
Sincerely
Tom Jones (your name and surname)
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