Attendance Policy

Attendance and punctuality

Learning begins the moment children enter school. Therefore it is essential that children attend school on time. Late arrival can set your child up for a difficult start to their day. The information below shows the impact of being late or absent. It adds up to an alarming figure.

Lateness = lost learning over the year
Late each day by	Days lost (approx)
5 minutes	3 days
10 minutes	6.5 days
15 minutes	10 days
20 minutes	13 days
30 minutes	19 days

Every school day counts!
Attendance	School days	Weeks absence
100%	190	0
95%	180	2
90%	171	4
85%	161	6
80%	152	More than 7 weeks
75%	143	More than 9 weeks

As few as 19 days lost over a year can significantly reduce your child’s progress and achievement at school.

Please ensure that your child attends school every day!