Attendance
Did you know that we track attendance by sessions? One session is either a morning or an afternoon. If you miss one day of school, then you have actually missed two sessions.
|
Sessions |
Days |
Days |
|---|---|---|
|
7 |
3 ½ days |
98% |
|
14 |
7 days |
96% |
|
20 |
10 days |
94% |
|
26 |
13 days |
93% |
|
32 |
16 days |
16 days |
|
38 |
19 days |
19 days |
There is a very clear link between a child’s attendance record and their success in learning. Research shows that the equivalent of 14 days absence from school can equate to achieving a grade lower at GCSE, meaning a 4 would become a 3. 90% attendance means one half day per week, four weeks per year, and half a year off over five years in secondary school.
We are proud of the high standards we set for attendance and are keen to encourage all our students to achieve the best possible attendance records. We understand the barriers our students face when coming to school and will work with families to support their child to attend school.