As a school, we have the expectation that children attend school regularly and should achieve at least 95% attendance across the year.

Every day at school matters to your child's education, academic success and future life chances. The law says that parents are legally responsible for making sure their children attend school regularly. Research has shown that poor attendance is linked to lower exam grades. Children who attend school regularly also have better social skills and stronger friendship groups.

• 95-100% attendance – your child has the best chance of success as they are taking full advantage of every learning opportunity.
• 90-95% attendance - at least 2 weeks of learning is missed; your child may have to spend time catching up with work.
• 85-90% attendance - at least 4 weeks of learning is missed; your child may be at risk of underachieving; they may need extra support from you to catch up with work.
• 80-85% attendance - at least 5 ½ weeks of learning is missed; your child’s poor attendance has a significant impact on learning.
• Below 80% attendance - at least 7½ weeks of learning is missed; your child is missing out on a broad and balanced education. Furthermore, you are at risk of prosecution.

We hope that you find the information below useful. If you have any queries or worries about your child's attendance, then please contact Mrs Holman (Safeguard Officer and Family liaison) who will be happy to advise you.

Absence Reporting Procedure

Pupil absence must be reported by calling 01702 414200. Parents/Carers must notify the school that their child is absent by 9:20am on each day of the absence.

Morning registration closes at 8:50am

Afternoon registration closes at 1:15pm