Petition · Department for Education
Allow parents to take children out of school for educational, overnight trips
Closed
129 signatures
What the petition asks
Allow parents and carers to take their children out of school to attend overnight educational trips. We think that permitting this could enable children with additional needs to participate in trips at potentially quieter times. This could ensure they feel safe and are included.
Regrettably, many children with additional needs currently miss out on overnight educational trips as they are at increased risk of feeling overwhelmed, becoming distressed, or experiencing separation anxiety from their guardians.
We believe that those with parental responsibility should have the option to take their children out of school to attend overnight educational trips that align with school-organised activities. This could ensure all children receive a comprehensive education and all children are included.
We believe that those with parental responsibility should have the option to take their children out of school to attend overnight educational trips that align with school-organised activities. This could ensure all children receive a comprehensive education and all children are included.
Timeline
| 5 Aug 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 5 Feb 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
129
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
5 Aug 2025
Closed
5 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 11 Aug 2026.