Children should only be absent from school if they are SERIOUSLY ILL.

The Government has set a Target of 97% attendance. We ask that you encourage good attendance habits from an early age. Attendance is closely monitored by the LA Attendance Officer. Persistent Absenteeism will be challenged. There are strict Government Guidelines on unauthorised absence from school.

If your child is absent from school, we need to be notified by letter or telephone call. Parents receive a termly Attendance Report. The Government states that holidays are not permitted during Term Time. The Governing Body will not authorise holidays in term time. Please refer to the Holiday List enclosed. Parents are required to complete an Application Form, which is available from the Admin Office. The LA is encouraging the use of Fixed Penalty Notices for holidays taken in term time.

 

The Government states that holidays are not permitted during Term Time. The Governing Body will not authorise holidays in term time. Parents are required to complete an Application Form, which is available from the Admin Office. The LA are encouraging the use of Fixed Penalty Notices for holidays taken in term time.

Medical appointments should be made out of school hours, if possible. If this is unavoidable, then prior notice would be appreciated. Children MUST BE COLLECTED AT THE SCHOOL OFFICE on the day of the appointment, and “signed out” in the Early Collection Book.

Punctuality is also important. When children are late they miss valuable TEACHING and LEARNING time.