"School attendance is vital for children’s learning, wellbeing and wider development, and is a strong protective factor for all children and young people, especially the most vulnerable. It supports their long‑term educational outcomes.  Missing school has a clear impact on attainment, affecting progress, confidence and readiness to learn.  Being in school every day helps children stay connected to learning, peers and the wider life of the school. It promotes a sense of belonging, a stable routine and access to opportunities that support personal, social and academic development. When attendance declines, children are more likely to experience reduced progress, increased vulnerability and poorer long‑term outcomes.”

- The Department for Education

Please ask to speak to any of our Leadership Team if you want to discuss challenges related to attendance or punctuality. You can always speak to your child’s teacher.

Attendance Policy, Appendix + other useful information

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