Haymerle School Policy Statement on Attendance: Parents / Carers Guidance The aim of this statement is to promote the schools commitment to every pupil achieving maximum possible attendance at school. Trust, cooperation and good communication between home and school are essential to support and improve attendance both individually and across the school. Expectations Of the Pupils • That they will attend school regularly • That they will arrive on time Of the Parents • That they will ensure their child attends school regularly • They will ensure their child arrives on time for school • They will contact the school if their child is unable to attend school for a valid reason providing a note or a telephone call if they wish the absence to be considered for authorisation • They will support the school in its aim to raise achievement through full school attendance Of the School • Will register pupils efficiently and accurately • Will contact parents if a child fails to attend without a satisfactory explanation • Promote positive attendance taking into account pupil individual needs • Discuss any difficulties which may be preventing a pupil from attending school Lateness Pupils are registered from 9:20 – 9:40am Pupils arriving after 9:40am will be marked as late unless there is a valid reason for the pupil missing registration.
Parents / Carers are welcome to contact the school for support and advice if experiencing difficulties regarding attendance.