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Application for Sick Leave
Model application to the headmaster for sick leave / leave of absence, with format rules.
An application for sick leave is written to the headmaster to ask for leave when a student is ill and cannot attend school.
How to write it
- Write the date on the left, then the recipient block: “The Headmaster”, the school name and place.
- Add a clear Subject line stating the purpose, then the salutation “Sir”.
- In the body, state your illness, how many days of leave you need, and request it politely.
- Close with “I remain, Sir, your obedient student”, then your name, class, roll and section.
Model
Date: 5 March 2026
To
The Headmaster
Government High School, Dhaka
Subject: Application for sick leave.
Sir
With due respect, I beg to state that I am suffering from a high fever and severe headache since last night, and the doctor has advised me complete rest for three days. As a result, I am unable to attend my classes.
I, therefore, pray and hope that you would be kind enough to grant me leave for three days, from 5 March to 7 March 2026, and oblige thereby.
I remain,
Sir,
Your obedient student,
Md. Rahim
Class: X, Roll: 12, Section: A
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the date and the “To” block naming the headmaster and school, add a Subject line and the salutation “Sir”, then state your illness and the exact days of leave you need before closing as an obedient student.
Yes. Clearly state the illness (for example fever) and the exact dates, such as “from 5 March to 7 March 2026”, so the leave request is specific and easy to approve.
Use “I remain, Sir, your obedient student,” followed by your name, class, roll number and section on separate lines.
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