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School Absence Letter Generator

A polite, correctly formatted absence note in under a minute. Free, no sign-up — your data never leaves your browser.

Many schools also want a phone call on the morning of the absence, and a doctor's note for illnesses lasting more than a few days — check your school's policy so the absence is recorded as excused.

Self-help template — sign and date it before sending it in with your child or to the school office.