We ask that parents advise us of any required absence from school by completing the forms listed below, all of which can be found in the forms section on the Secure Parent Portal (once you have logged in, this link will take you to the forms section in the Secure Parent Portal).
Whenever possible, all forms should be submitted at least three days before the date of the appointment.
Prep School
Reporting Illness
If your son is unable to attend school due to illness or injury, we ask that you notify us by completing the ‘Absence – Notification of Illness’ form, which can be found in the forms section on the Parent Portal. You can also call Prep Reception on +44 (0)1234 362274 in emergencies. It is very helpful if you can let us know before 08:45 so that we can notify all necessary staff of your son’s absence.
Medical Leave of Absence
If your son needs to come into school late or leave during school hours for a doctor, dentist or hospital appointment, we ask that you complete the ‘Absence – Medical Appointment’ form in the forms section on the Parent Portal. This form will automatically inform Prep Reception and your son’s Tutor of the appointment.
Absence – Request for Exceptional Circumstances
Any requests for leave of absence (with the exception of medical appointments – see below) should be made using the ‘Absence – Request for Exceptional Circumstances’ form, which can also be found in the forms section on the Parent Portal.
Off Games Notification
Parents should complete an ‘Off Games’ form if their son is unable to take part in games.
Upper School
Reporting Illness or Injury
If your son is unable to attend school due to illness or injury, we ask that you email bellroomabsences@bedfordschool.org.uk or call the Bell Room on 01234 362200. It is very helpful if you can let us know before 08:45 so that we can notify all necessary staff of your son’s absence.
General Leave of Absence
Requests for leave of absence should be made using the ‘General Leave Request’ form. This form is received by your son’s Tutor and Housemaster. If return to school is delayed for any reason, boarders should immediately telephone their Housemaster.
We expect all pupils (including international boarders) to keep full terms and not leave early for Exeat or holidays, since significant amounts of valuable lesson time can be lost to a boy’s education as a result of any early departures.
Medical Leave of Absence
Any requests for leave of absence for doctor, dentist, hospital appointments, etc., should be made using the ‘Medical Leave of Absence’ form. This form will automatically inform the Bell Room (Upper School Reception) and your son’s Tutor of the appointment. Again, if return to school is delayed for any reason, boarders should immediately telephone their Housemaster.
University Open Days / Interviews
Parents should complete a ‘Request for Leave of Absence for University Open Days/ Interviews’ form.
Off Games Notification
Parents should complete an ‘Off Games’ form if their son is unable to take part in games.