Free Field Trip Permission Slip Template

Planning a school field trip, museum visit, or nature center outing? You need a permission slip that covers the basics — where the students are going, how they're getting there, and who to call in an emergency. This free field trip permission slip template handles all of it in one clean, printable page.

Download the Field Trip Permission Slip

This template is designed for schools, PTOs, and youth organizations that need a professional consent form for off-site trips. Fill in your trip details, print it, and send it home.

Works for Any Field Trip

One form that covers every type of school or group outing:

Museum and zoo visitsnatural history, science centers, art museums
Nature center tripsstate parks, nature preserves, botanical gardens
College campus toursuniversity visits for older students
Cultural excursionstheater, concerts, historical sites
Community service outingsfood banks, cleanup projects, shelter visits
STEM field tripslabs, tech companies, maker spaces

What's Included

Student Information

  • Child's full name and date of birth
  • Parent/guardian name, phone, and email

Trip Details

  • Destination, trip date, departure and return times
  • Transportation method and chaperone name

Emergency & Medical

  • Emergency contact name and phone
  • Medical conditions and allergies

Consent & Signature

  • Parent/guardian signature and date signed

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a permission slip for every field trip?

Most schools and districts require signed parent consent for any off-campus activity. Even if your district doesn't mandate it, having documented consent and emergency information is a best practice.

What if a parent forgets to sign the form?

The student typically cannot attend the trip without a signed form. Sending a digital version makes it easy for parents to sign last-minute from their phone.

Can I customize this template?

Yes. Print and fill in your trip details by hand, or upload it to Simple Permission Slip to add custom fields and collect signatures digitally.

Is this template FERPA compliant?

This template collects standard parental consent information (names, dates, contacts). It's compliant with FERPA when used appropriately. Consult your school or district's legal guidelines if handling sensitive data.

Collect Permission Slips Digitally

Stop chasing paper forms the morning of the trip. Send this permission slip digitally — parents sign on their phone, and you see all responses in one dashboard before the bus leaves.

Free for up to 3 forms. No credit card required.