Cheaper holidays during term time mean two million UK parents are planning to take their children out of school this summer, new research reveals.
The research, commissioned by travel debit card Currensea, shows 17% of parents say they cannot afford to take their child away during school holidays anymore, while 16% say they will be taking their children out of school in the summer term this year to save money.
Almost a quarter (23%) are happy to pay a fine and 18% say the savings of travelling outside of school holidays make the fine worth it.
More than one in 10 (11%) have previously been fined, but would do it again to make savings on holidays.
Currensea co-founder James Lynn said: “Parents are under huge financial pressure so it’s no wonder that millions are prepared to risk fines in order to treat their families to a much-needed break.
“The costs of overseas holidays soar outside of term time making it incredibly hard for many families to travel – those who do prioritise the family holiday experience can feel faced with no choice but to take kids out of school during term time, with the potential savings of off-peak travel outweighing the impact of any fines.”
The research was carried out in March among 2,000 adults.
