Sick leave application for school — sample, explained
For a student who cannot attend school due to illness.
To,
The Principal,
[School Name]
Subject: Application for sick leave
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am [Your Name], a student of Class [Class], Roll No. [Roll No.]. I have been suffering from fever since [Date] and the doctor has advised rest.
I kindly request you to grant me leave from [Start Date] to [End Date]. I will complete the missed homework after I return.
Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
[Your Name]
Template: fill in the [brackets] with your own details.
Why it works this way
- Subject in one line, so the purpose is clear at once.
- Dates and reason, stated plainly.
Common mistakes
- Writing a long story instead of dates and reason.
- Forgetting class and roll number.
Do I need a medical certificate? For 1–2 days, most schools do not ask for one.
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