Attendance Report

Dear Parents and Carers,

ATTENDANCE FACTS

Did you know…

Starting in kindergarten, too many absences can cause children to fall behind in school
Missing 18 days in a school year can make it harder to learn to read
Students can still fall behind if they miss just a day or two days every few weeks
Being late to school may lead to poor attendance
Students who are frequently absent but improve their attendance early on can reverse many of the long-term effects. Here at Melton West Primary School we can work together to help get students back on track!
By year 6, chronic absence becomes a leading indicator that a student will likely struggle to high school
Absences add up! Missing just 2 days a month means a child misses 10% of the school year!

BENEFITS OF GOOD SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

Every day a student is absent is a lost opportunity for learning. Too many absences not only can affect achievement for the absent student but also can disrupt learning for the entire class. Here at Melton West Primary School we strongly believe that attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Start building these habits so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help children do well in high school, tafe/trade/university and in their future careers.

Keep in mind that…

Students who miss fewer days become better readers. Reading has been a key focus here at Melton West Primary School as we know it is an imperative and resourceful life long skill to have!
Good attendance habits pay off! More school days attended increases a child’s academic success, improves their chances to succeed in their high school endeavours and if they choose to do so, a university degree, so they can earn higher pay in their careers.
80% of success is showing up!

Attend today, and achieve tomorrow - school keeps you safe, it educates you, it prepares you for your future. Don’t miss out!

Kind Regards,

Aira Agarano

Engagement and Attendance Officer