Attendance Matters
Regular school attendance is essential for giving your child the best possible start in life. Being in school consistently helps them stay on track with their learning, achieve better results, and build strong friendships and social skills.
By law, all children of compulsory school age must receive a full-time education. Parents and carers have a legal responsibility to ensure their child attends school regularly and on time. Failure to do so can lead to legal action, including fines, under the Education Act 1996.
Here are a few key facts to keep in mind:
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Attendance below 90% can seriously affect a child’s education.
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Missing just one day every two weeks adds up to 90% attendance.
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Over the course of their school life, 90% attendance means losing more than a year of education.
Let’s work together to give every child the best chance to succeed—every day in school really does count.
