Attendance
Regular attendance at school is very important for students’ learning, progress and future opportunities.
Kimberley Legg
Designated Senior Leader
for Attendance.
Toni Cannon
Family Support Worker
Attendance and Safeguarding Officer
Why Attendance Matters: Regular school attendance is crucial for your child’s learning, progress, and future opportunities. Missing school can limit access and impact of specialist support and vital social and life skills.
Our Commitment to You: We are committed to supporting you and your child in maintaining regular attendance so they can reach their full potential. We work closely with families to address any individual concerns, and provide assistance if you are facing challenges which impact your child’s attendance.
How We Support Good Attendance
Family support and bespoke interventions based on pupil and family needs.
Collaboration with external agencies if needed.
Expectations for Parents & Carers
✔ Ensure your child arrives at school on time every day.
✔ Call before 9:00 AM to report an absence.
✔ Provide at least two emergency contact numbers.
✔ Schedule medical/dental appointments outside school hours when possible.
✔ Contact us if you need help with attendance concerns.
Reporting Absences
Call 01189669073 (Option 1) before 9:00 AM, stating your child’s name, class, and the reason.
Authorised Absences
✔ Genuine illness (medical proof may be required for frequent absences).
✔ Medical/dental appointments (preferably outside school hours).
✔ Religious observance.
✔ Exceptional circumstances (must be discussed with the Headteacher in advance).
Unauthorised Absences
X Term-time holidays, absences for birthdays, shopping, or family outings.
X Persistent lateness after register closure (9:30 AM).
X If a child has regular or a continuous period of ten school days unauthorised absences we must legally report this to the Local Authority which may result in a fine.
Lateness & Punctuality
School starts at 9:00 AM.
Arriving after 9:30 AM counts as a morning absence.
Repeated lateness will be followed up with parental support.
What If Attendance Is a Concern?
- We will call to check in.
- A letter will be sent if attendance falls below expected levels.
- A meeting may be arranged for support.
- If attendance does not improve, the local authority may issue a fine or take legal action.
Need Help? Contact Us!
School Office: Reception@addington.wokingham.sch.uk
