1. Header:
* Your Name: Write your full name clearly.
* Your Class/Grade: Specify your class or grade level.
* Your Roll Number (if applicable): Include your student ID number.
* Date: Write the current date.
2. Recipient:
* To Whom It May Concern: If you don't know the specific teacher or administrator.
* [Teacher's Name/Principal's Name]: If you know the relevant person.
* [Designation]: e.g., Class Teacher, Principal, Headmaster
3. Body:
* Polite Salutation: Begin with "Dear [Sir/Madam/Teacher's Name/Principal's Name],"
* Reason for Leave: Clearly state the reason for your absence. Be brief and honest (e.g., illness, family emergency, medical appointment). You don't need to over-explain unless required.
* Dates of Leave: Specify the exact dates you will be absent from school. (e.g., "I request leave from school from [Start Date] to [End Date].").
* Number of Days: State the total number of days you need leave for.
* Apology (Optional): A short apology for any inconvenience caused is a nice touch.
4. Closing:
* Closing Salutation: "Yours sincerely," or "Thank you," or "Respectfully,"
* Your Signature: (if submitting a hard copy)
* Your Typed Name: (below your signature if submitting a hard copy)
Example (Formal):
```
[Your Name]
[Your Class/Grade]
[Your Roll Number]
[Date]
To,
The Principal,
[School Name]
Subject: Leave Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to request leave of absence from school for [Number] days, from [Start Date] to [End Date], due to [Reason for Leave].
I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Signature]
[Your Typed Name]
```
Example (Informal - for a younger student or if your school allows it):
```
[Your Name]
[Your Class/Grade]
[Date]
Dear [Teacher's Name],
I need to miss school from [Start Date] to [End Date] because [Reason for Leave].
Thank you,
[Your Name]
```
Submitting the application:
* In person: Hand it to your teacher or the office staff.
* Via email: Use a professional email address and subject line. Attach a scanned copy if necessary.
* School portal: Follow the instructions provided by your school for online submission.
Remember to always check your school's specific guidelines for leave applications. They may have a preferred format or require additional information.