Research demonstrates that frequent absences often lead to poor academic performance. Missed days mean missed learning.
Attending school consistently helps students to stay engaged in their learning, participate fully in the opportunities available to them, and build meaningful relationships.
Why are attendance and punctuality so important?
Missing out on lessons leaves children vulnerable to falling behind in their studies. St John’s seeks to ensure that all students receive a full-time education which maximises opportunities for each student to become the best version of themselves, fulfilling their potential and realising their dreams.
Over a period of five school years, a student with 90% attendance will have missed half of a whole year of schooling. Similarly, students with poor punctuality miss valuable lesson time and, if it happens regularly, progress will be jeopardised, resulting in lower grades.
While occasional absences may happen, we want to emphasise that students should attend college even if they have a common cold - staying home is only recommended if they have a high fever or contagious illness. It is our expectation that all students make every effort to be present every day and always on time for school, lessons and learning.
Definitions of attendance
The table below sets out our definitions of attendance. We expect outstanding attendance for all; however, we do recognise that there are times when students we will absent from school. If attendance drops we will contact parents/carers immediately to put a plan in place to make sure improvements can be made. As a school we work relentlessly to support students and their families.
Punctuality matters
What can we do to improve attendance and punctuality?
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As a parent/carer you can help by:
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As a student you can improve your attendance by: |
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As a school we can help by:
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