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St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
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Late/Absence Procedures
Attendance and punctuality
Learning begins the moment children enter school. Therefore it is essential that children attend school on time. Late arrival can set your child up for a difficult start to their day. The information below shows the impact of being late or absent. It adds up to an alarming figure.
Lateness = lost learning over the year | |
Late each day by | Days lost (approx) |
5 minutes | 3 days |
10 minutes | 6.5 days |
15 minutes | 10 days |
20 minutes | 13 days |
30 minutes | 19 days |
Every school day counts! | ||
Attendance | School days | Weeks absence |
100% | 190 | 0 |
95% | 180 | 2 |
90% | 171 | 4 |
85% | 161 | 6 |
80% | 152 | More than 7 weeks |
75% | 143 | More than 9 weeks |
Absences can significantly reduce your child’s progress and achievement at school.
Please ensure that your child attends school every day!