Attendance
It is your legal responsibility to ensure the regular attendance of your child.
Updates to absent related penalty fines
Attendance Frequently Asked Questions
The government sets a target of 95% attendance for all children. This figure allows for everyday illnesses. If your child's attendance drops below this figure you will receive a letter alerting you to this fact. We would ask you to work with us to build your child's attendance to the highest level it can be.
At Mayfield, the majority of our children easily reach above the 95% rate.
If your child is off for more than 5 consecutive days we would ask you to bring in evidence of a doctor's appointment or prescription.
Term-time leave of absence needs to be applied for in writing. Such absences will only be authorised in exceptional circumstances such as a bereavement.
Unauthorised absences may be subject to a local authority fine.
