Understanding types of absence:
Authorised absences are mornings or afternoons away from school for a good reason such as illness, medical appointments and emergencies.
An absence is classified as Unauthorised, if the reason is not recognised as acceptable. The Department for Education (DfE) and Local Education Authorities provide information for schools as what is acceptable and what is not.
Families with regular unauthorised absence will be monitored
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Examples of reasons that would not be accepted:
Let school know if your child is going to be absent:
If your child has a medical appointment or is considered too ill to attend school due to a minor illness you must:
| - Contact the School Office (01283 211 019) or complete the 'Absence' section on the ParentMail app by 8.30am and no later than 9:00am, informing them of the reason for your child’s absence and how long you expect them to be absent. |
| - Every ½ day absence from school, by law, has to be classified as either authorised or unauthorised. This is why information about the cause of absence is always asked for. We will also ask for proof of medical appointments i.e. medical appointment card, medical note from the doctor or proof of prescription. |
| - If your child's attendance is below 92% then it would be routine for our Learning Mentors to contact you. |
If you are unsure whether to keep your child off school, please talk to the School Office or a Learning Mentor for advice. Or you can visit the NHS Website links below.