Attendance
EVERY DAY COUNTS – IT’S NOT OK TO BE AWAY
Going to school every day is the most important part of a child’s education
Students learn new things at school every day – missing school puts them behind
Brookside P-9 College expects students to attend school every day, Every Day Counts - It’s Not Ok to be Away. Student attendance at school generally contributes to successful relationships between students and staff, strong feelings of connectedness to school, and increased student learning outcomes. We also acknowledge students and families who are making an effort to attend school on a regular basis.
Going to school every day is the most important part of a child’s education. Students learn new things at school every day – missing school puts them behind.
ABSENCES
If your child is absent from school, parents/carers must provide an explanation for their absence before 8.50am on the day or prior to the absence via the Compass Parent Portal or call the Absence Line. A Compass Guide for Parents and Families is attached.
Compass
https://brooksidecollege-vic.compass.education
Absence Line 7379 1555
A free Compass App can also be downloaded on your mobile or tablet for quick and easy access to; add an attendance note, view notifications, events, etc.
EXTENDED ABSENCES
If your child is planning an extended absence of more than 10 days, parents/carers must complete an Extended Absence Form for approval by the Principal prior to the absence. Forms are located on Compass School Documentation or available from the office.
EARLY DEPARTURES
If a child is leaving school early, the parent/carer is required to come to the office to sign their child out via the office located in the main building, please ensure you pre-arrange any early departures by contacting the Attendance Office in advance to minimise disruption to your child & their teacher.
LATE ARRIVALS
Any child arriving at school after 8.50am is required to attend via the office, to obtain a late pass. If your child is late to school, parents/carers will receive a sms text message, where parents/carers must provide any explanation.
School starts at 8.50am – students should be at their Homegroup ready to start their day!
School finishes at 3:15pm
Please contact the Attendance Office on 7379 1556 for any queries.
Di Morton/ Carly Harbottle,
Attendance Officers