Attendance – Universal

UNIVERSAL

UNIVERSAL

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This stage describes Students who attend school in line with Trust targets of minimal absence.

Poor attendance not only affects academic progress but also reduces their sense of community and belonging. 

Regular attendance is crucial to ensure every child receives the best possible opportunities, and our schools collaborate with all stakeholders to identify and address these barriers, implementing support plans to improve attendance.

Expand the boxes below to read more about our roles at this stage.

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Attend school regularly and punctually. 

Be on time for all lessons. 

Engage actively in classroom activities. 

Take an active role in helping your peers to understand the importance of good attendance.  

Share when you have a concern. 

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Ensure students attend school regularly and are on time.  

Build positive relationships with the school so that any concerns can be supported early.  

Communicate with school around any absence. 

Support your students to understand the importance of good attendance.

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Create positive classroom environments with engaging lessons to inspire students. 

Ensure positive meet and greet for students.  

All staff to build positive rapport with students and parents to support attendance.  

Monitor daily attendance and address any immediate concerns to intervene early. ​ 

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Provide external CPD for school to support with effective attendance strategies. ​ 

Provide support to the school on attendance initiatives and early signposting for families. Maintain regular communication with schools through the Education Welfare Officers (EWOs).​