Attendance & Absence

Our school is committed to providing a full and efficient education to all pupils and embraces the concept of equal opportunities for all. We provide an environment where all pupils feel valued and welcome.

For your child to reach their full educational achievement, a high level of school attendance is essential.

The law requires parents to make sure their children receive a full-time education suitable to their needs. As a parent, you have a legal responsibility to make sure this happens.

Your child can legally miss school only in very limited circumstances such as he/she is too ill to attend or the Headteacher, Mr. Smallwood, has authorised the absence in advance.

Absence through illness or unforeseen circumstances:

Please telephone the school (0161 973 3217) on the first day of absence before 9.15am.

Students should bring a note/entry in their planner to their Form Tutor immediately on their return from any absence.

When students return to school following a broken bone or other serious injury, a risk assessment will be completed with a parent to identify any implications of the injury.

Known absence:

A written request to school should be made at least four weeks prior to any known extended absence. A leave of absence form must be completed and returned to be authorised by the Headteacher, Mr. Smallwood.

Parents should make every effort to avoid making holiday arrangements during term time. Please be aware that school is not obliged to set or mark work for students on holiday.