Due to pressure on places, we cannot hold a place open for a child who does not use it. Please let us know straight away if you no longer require a place. If your child is off for more than a couple of days owing to illness or holidays let us know when she or he will be returning. When a child has been absent for a two-week period with no explanation, we will try to get in touch with a parent or carer by telephone or letter. If no contact can be made or no response is forthcoming, then that child’s place will be reallocated at the earliest opportunity.