We have an enlightened headteacher at my daughter’s school. I say this because I have yet to hear any family denied a request for a term-time holiday at virtually any point in the school year.
I once asked him why he was so lenient, when the school’s absence figures might be adversely affected.
“Simple,” he said. “Children need experiences, they need to feel what it’s like to get on a plane and feel the sun on their faces when they get off two hours later. They need to build sandcastles and taste different food, and maybe pick up a few words in another language.
Register now, read forever
Thank you for visiting Headteacher Update and reading some of our content for professionals in primary education. Register now for free to get unlimited access to all content.
What's included:
-
Unlimited access to news, best practice articles and podcasts
-
New content and e-bulletins delivered straight to your inbox every Monday
Already have an account? Sign in here