Attendance

Useful Information

Important Reminders

It is important that all pupils attend school regularly and on time. This is essential in order for pupils to get the most of their school experience, including their attainment, wellbeing and wider life chances.

The law entitles every child of compulsory school age to an efficient, full-time education suitable to their age, aptitude, and any special educational need they may have. It is the legal responsibility of every parent to make sure their child receives that education either by attendance at a school or by education otherwise than at a school. The law entitles every child of compulsory school age to an efficient, full-time education suitable to their age, aptitude, and any special educational need they may have. It is the legal responsibility of every parent to make sure their child receives that education either by attendance at a school or by education otherwise than at a school.

• Parents/Carers must notify the school on the first and subsequent days of an unplanned absence, by 9:15 a.m.

• Punctuality is very important and children are expected to be in class for the start of the school day.

• Our school gates and doors open at 8:45 a.m. and close at 8:55 a.m. when all children should be in class. Children arriving after this time need to be signed in at the main entrance.

• We monitor and review all pupils’ absence, and the reasons that are given, thoroughly.

• Following monitoring, letters are sent home regularly and a meeting may be arranged to create a personalised support plan.

• Further information is outlined in our attendance policy.

Each minute of school that is missed is a minute of the child's learning experience. Thank you for your support with this important area.