Excellent education is vital to the lives of all children and to our society as a whole. Whilst it is known that the life chances of children may not be equal from the outset of their lives for various reasons, education can help to redress this imbalance and help to ensure that every child has the chance to fulfil their potential.
Regular attendance is an essential foundation for raising pupil attainment. Absence from school can seriously disrupt pupils’ continuity of learning. Not only do they miss out on taught lessons, but many children find it difficult to catch up when they return to school.
The school should be notified of the following:
1) Absence from school (please notify the school by 9:15am on the first day of absence). We need to know the reason for absence and expected length of absence.
2) Lateness -you are required to provide a reason for lateness.
3) Planned absences in term time can only be authorised in very exceptional circumstances and in advance of the absence. A form is available below. Please note that in line with local and national policy you may be issued with a fixed penalty notice by the local authority for holidays taken in term time.