Attendance

Students must be in attendance every time the school is open, unless they are prevented from doing so by reason of illness or any unavoidable cause.

Expectations

Parent/carer contacts school on each day of absence with a full explanation
Absence line – 01225 423582, Option 1 Student absence (press # to ensure message saves)
Attendance – attendance@oldfieldschool.com

If a student arrives between 8.30-8.50am, they must attend tutor time where the tutor marks them in with the number of minutes late
If a student arrives after 8.50am, they must sign in at reception
If a student leaves during the school day, they must sign out at reception.

Authorised absences are classed as being away from school for good reason e.g. illness or other unavoidable causes such as medical appointments
Medical evidence is required for all appointments and may be requested if a child is frequently absent due to illness
Only half days will be authorised for medical appointments (there are exceptions if the student is receiving specialist treatment – please contact the school in this instance)
Medical appointments should not be made during the school day although we appreciate there are some instances where this is not possible.

Unauthorised absences are those which are not considered reasonable or for which no “leave” has been given. These are an offence by the parent and include:
keeping children off school without a good reason
truancy from a whole session
children who arrive after registration has closed
taking unauthorised holidays
absences that have not been properly explained
To request leave of absence, please complete the Absence Request Form at least 5 working days prior to the date of absence.

If a student is unwell during the school day, they must see the medical officer or a first aider who will evaluate whether they are too unwell to remain in school
Students must not text or ring parents themselves & parents mustn’t arrive to collect their child without authorisation from school.