Did you know that being just 30 minutes late each day adds up to one day every fortnight? This table shows you how just a little bit of time adds up to a lot of missed learning.

Every day a student is absent is a lost opportunity for learning. Too many absences not only can affect achievement for the absent student but also can disrupt learning for the entire class.

What Can You Do?

• Develop a regular bedtime and morning routine.
• Help your child lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
• Avoid missing school unless a child is truly sick and seek help if chronic illness is a challenge. Check with our office staff if you are not sure about when to keep your child at home due to illness.
• If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, or other families for advice on how to make her feel comfortable and excited about learning.
• Reach out to a family member, a neighbour, or another parent if you are having trouble getting your student to school.
• Arrange medical appointments when school is not in session.
• Avoid extended vacations when school is in session.

Now that school is back to routine, students are required to attend school on time and each day they are well. We understand that from time to time, your child will have a therapy appointment or similar but these should be made to have minimal impact on the school day. Students who come late to school find it harder to get settled as they miss out on the morning routine.

If you would like to discuss your child’s attendance, please contact your classroom teacher or a member of the administration team.