Attendance
Welcome to Park Primary School Attendance Page
At Park Primary we believe attending school regularly is key to every child’s success. Good attendance helps children build friendships, gain knowledge, and develop skills that will support them throughout their lives.
Why Attendance Matters
Maximises Learning Opportunities
- Regular attendance ensures that children do not miss important lessons and activities.
- Being present every day helps them keep up with the curriculum and develop a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy, and other key areas.
Supports Social Development
- School attendance enables children to form friendships, learn teamwork, and practise social skills that are essential for healthy personal and professional relationships in the future.
Builds Positive Habits
- Coming to school every day helps children develop discipline, responsibility, and routines that will benefit them in school and beyond.
Prevents Falling Behind
- Missing school can quickly lead to gaps in learning, making it harder to catch up.
- Regular attendance keeps children engaged and confident in their abilities.
Linked to Better Outcomes
- Studies consistently show that children who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve higher academic results and have better long-term prospects.
Our Approach to Attendance
- We closely monitor attendance and support families in maintaining good attendance habits.
- Parents and carers are encouraged to communicate with school if a child is unwell or has other challenges that affect attendance.
- Special initiatives and rewards are often offered to encourage consistent attendance and recognise pupils’ commitment.
How Parents Can Help
- Ensure children arrive at school on time every day.
- Schedule appointments outside school hours whenever possible.
- Talk to your child about why attending school is important.
- Keep us informed of any absence and provide the necessary documentation for authorised absences.
Please contact our school office on 01302 344659 to report your child’s absence.