Attendance Matters

Attending school regularly is vitally important for pupils – every day counts.

Regular, punctual attendance in school is very important in supporting children’s learning.

Take a look at our graphic to see how time missed from school adds up:

The School works closely with the Attendance Support team from the Local Education Authority during their regular visits into school. If the school has any concerns regarding a child’s attendance, these concerns are discussed with the Attendance Support Officer and appropriate action, including monitoring of absence and referrals for penalty notices, then takes place.

Under the 2013 Government Pupil Registration Regulations Head teachers are not permitted to grant any leave of absence during term time unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Any exceptional leave should be requested in advance.

Please view the following guidance for parents:

Is my child too ill for school? 

Attendance at school - Hillingdon guidance for parents

Exceptional Leave:

If you wish to apply to take your child out of school please complete the  'Exceptional leave request form' for all requests concerning leave of absence. Please note it is "exceptional" for this leave of absence to be granted.

Exceptional Leave Request form