Attendance

Starting secondary school is an exciting step, and good attendance from the very beginning makes a huge difference to a child’s success – academically, socially and emotionally.

Every Day Counts

Missing school might not seem like a big issue, but the impact adds up quickly:

· 90% attendance = around half a day missed every week

· 85% attendance = almost one full day missed every week

· By the end of a school year, this can mean weeks of lost learning

When pupils are in school every day, they:

· Learn more and make faster progress

· Feel more confident in lessons

· Build stronger friendships

· Develop positive routines and resilience

Research consistently shows that higher attendance leads to better results:

· Pupils with 95%+ attendance are significantly more likely to achieve strong GCSE outcomes

· Pupils with poor attendance are more at risk of:

          o Falling behind in core subjects

          o Losing confidence

          o Disengaging from learning

Good attendance helps pupils keep up, rather than trying to catch up

Attendance doesn’t just affect school outcomes – it can influence future opportunities too.

Studies show that:

· Young people who achieve good qualifications are more likely to progress to further education, training or employment

· Higher qualifications are linked to higher lifetime earnings

· Regular attendance builds valuable life skills such as:

          o Reliability

          o Time-keeping

          o Commitment

Simply put, being in school regularly helps set children up for success later in life.

We believe attendance should be positive and rewarding, not just about rules.

Weekly Rewards

· Classes with excellent attendance are celebrated each week

· Pupils may earn certificates, recognition or small prizes

Termly Attendance Prizes

· Pupils with consistently strong attendance across the term are rewarded

· These rewards recognise commitment and effort over time

Attendance Streaks

· We celebrate attendance streaks every half term

· Pupils who attend every day for a half term receive special recognition

· Streaks help pupils stay motivated and proud of their achievement