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We want to do all we can to be sure your child achieves their potential and enjoys being in school. 

We know that school is the best place to learn. By attending school every day your child will get the most out of their learning and improve their career and life options. 

When your child is absent it is important you let the school know by phone or email, including the reason why, on the day or the day before. Absence email will be sent on the day which can also just be replied to with the reason for absence. This helps make sure we know where our students are and offer support for you and your family if needed. 

If you are having trouble getting your child to school every day or on time, please talk to our school staff so we can work together, because every day counts.  

Missing a day here or there may not seem like much, but absences add up and can negatively impact your child’s learning and wellbeing. When your child misses one day per fortnight, that's 4 weeks of missed learning in one year. Over an entire school journey this adds up to 1 year of lost learning. 

COVID-19 is still circulating in the community. We can all minimise the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases by maintaining good hygiene practices at home and school. 

Please contact the school if your child needs to miss school for any reason, so we can plan continued support for your child’s learning and wellbeing. 

Kind Regards, 

Craig McKimm 

Head Teacher Administration and Attendance