Attendance
It is through good attendance that pupils maximise their full potential, enhancing their life chances for the future. Missing school means missing out on learning and this can have an impact on a child’s development and attainment. There is a strong statistical link between attendance and attainment. Our attendance target is 97%
The law states that children of statutory school age who are on roll at a school or academy must attend regularly and punctually. Regular attendance is important, because it is the best way of ensuring children make the most of the educational opportunities available to them.
Attendance Matters:
| = number of days absent | Approximate number of weeks | = number of lessons missed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% | 19 days | 4 weeks | 114 lessons |
| 85% | 29 days | 6 weeks | 174 lessons |
| 80% | 38 days | 8 weeks | 228 lessons |
You can view your child’s attendance on EduLink.
Attendance letters will be sent through Edulink if there is an attendance concern.
You may find the following websites useful :
- https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/
- https://www.familylives.org.uk/
- https://www.healthforkids.co.uk/
- https://sandbox.mindler.co.uk/
- https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
Reporting your child as absent:
If your child is unwell or unable to attend school, please log this via the absence report section on EduLink One by 8.30am on each day of absence.
If there are any issues with this you may call our absence line on 01763 290350 or e-mail us attendance@buntingfordfirstschool.co.uk by 8.30am on each day of absence.
Attendance policy (Scholars' Education Trust policies)
