Wellbeing News

Term 1 Attendance

The following table highlights the amount of students in our school that have had at least 5, 10 or 20 days off school in Term 1.  These results include students who have been on family holidays or have had medical illnesses.   As per the Department of Education guidelines, any student who has had 20+ days off per year are defined as having a chronic absentee rate, affecting their social and academic learning. 

This table indicates that the number of students who have had at least 5 days off at Clyde Primary School is higher than other schools in our local area and also higher than state average.  However, Clyde Primary School has had less days off than our network once we jump to 10 and 20 day absences, although we are still higher than state in these areas. This is something to be mindful about when allowing your children to take days off for things other than medical/illness or other significant reasons eg: bereavement. 

Student arrival times and picking up

The image that you see below is called a heat map.  This heat map tells us when students are running late and leaving school early.  According to the data that is present, the data shows us that students are arriving late on Monday and Thursday mornings and being picked up early on Monday, Thursday and Friday afternoons.  What we are hoping to achieve with your help is to see more green than red, which shows students are attending school and leaving school on time.  If you have any questions or would like to learn more about how to support your child coming to school, please contact Hayley Taylor or Lee Russell at the office.  

Attendance Awards

This week, students were presented with a certificate by their classroom teachers to congratulate them for being at school for 95% or above in term 1.

Their commitment to showing up, engaging, and participating has not gone unnoticed. Their dedication to their education is inspiring and sets a remarkable example for their peers.  Keep up the fantastic work, and continue to prioritise your learning journey. Remember, each class attended is a step closer to your goals and aspirations.

Well done on your high attendance rate!  Let's continue this momentum together as we strive for excellence in all that we do.

If you would like to talk about your child's attendance data, please make a time with Mr Russell in the office.  He will be happy to support you.