Regular attendance at school is vital in helping children achieve and get the best possible start in life.  Children who frequently miss school often fall behind. There is a strong link between good school attendance and achieving good results and those children who are persistently absent during primary school are likely to allow their attendance to drop yet further at secondary school, which will impact their ability to secure official qualifications. Only 12% of pupils with below 80% school attendance achieve five or more GCSEs at grades A*-C, including English and Maths, compared to 68% for pupils with attendance greater than 95%.

The attendance data for the school will show the children’s desire to attend lessons and a supportive, communicative relationship between staff and families, particularly those in more challenging circumstances. As a result of the inspiring curriculum, we intend to remove persistent absences and increase attendance to be in line with national figures and beyond.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE PROCEDURES

As detailed in our Attendance Policy, and in line with DfE guidance, we do not authorise leave of absence during the term other than when exceptional circumstances permit. Exceptional circumstances does not cover holidays that may prove more expensive at any other time of the year. If you wish to take your child out of school during term time, it is important to discuss this with us as much in advance as possible so we can guide you through the process. 

For any term-time leave, please complete an absence request form which is available from the school office. Where absence is unauthorised, it could lead to further action being taken, including a penalty notice being issued.