Attendance and Absence
Regular attendance at school is vital to help children achieve and get the best possible start in life. We encourage and celebrate good attendance in our weekly Good News assembly in which the best class is awarded an extra playtime session. There is a chocolate cake prize or similar for classes that achieve 100% attendance in a week.
Children who frequently miss school often fall behind. There is a strong link between good school attendance and achieving good results. Good attendance at school shows potential employers that a young person is reliable. Young people who are frequently absent from school are more likely to become involved in, or be a victim of crime and anti-social behaviour.