Attendance

Why Attendance Matters So Much

Consistent attendance is the single most important factor in a child’s educational success. When a student is regularly present, they:

• Don’t Miss Key Learning: Every lesson builds on the last. Missing just two days a month adds up to an entire month of missed schooling by the end of the year!
• Build Strong Habits: Showing up on time prepares them for success in future education and the workplace.
• Stay Connected: Regular attendance builds essential social skills, friendships, and a strong sense of belonging within our school community.

How We Will Achieve This Together

We believe that parents/whānau are our most important partner in meeting this goal and are committed to working with you by:

• Monitoring and Communication: We will proactively track attendance and reach out early if absences start to become a concern, offering support.
• Providing a Safe Environment: We will ensure school is a welcoming, engaging, and supportive place your child wants to be every day.
• Collaborating on Solutions: If there are barriers to attendance (e.g., transport, health, or emotional concerns), we will work with your whānau to find practical, confidential solutions.
• Following a Stepped Attendance Plan: Ensuring we have a structured framework that outlines a series of escalating actions and supports that we take in response to a student’s non-attendance.

Attendance Response Plan

Attendance Management Procedure and Information

Reporting an Absence:

If your child is going to be away or late please report this with a reason as soon as possible. You can do this by:

Hero App: Log in to Hero and select absence.

Text: 027 499 8647

Call: (09) 817 5645

Email:[email protected]