Attendance = Belonging

If there’s one thing we’ve learned this term, it’s that turning up isn’t just about being present in a classroom, it’s about being part of something bigger.

Attendance can sound like such a formal word, but really, it’s about belonging. Every morning when a child walks through our doors, they bring their whole world with them, their stories, their energy, their worries, their laughter. And when they’re here, we get to be part of that world.

We’ve seen such positive steps forward recently. More children arriving on time, more smiles at the gate, and more parents stopping for a quick chat or wave before heading off to work. Those small moments of connection matter, they’re how community is built.

But we also know that mornings can be hard. Some days the uniform isn’t dry, it's raining, the Autumn decorations of Calpol or Ibuprofen have come out to share in the delights of flu season, or someone simply doesn’t want to get up. We understand that. What matters most is that we keep trying, together. Every day in school is a fresh start, another chance to learn something new, to make a friend, or to share a giggle.

So, if you’ve been working hard to get your child in on time, thank you. If it’s been tricky and you’re still trying - we see you, and we thank you. 

I want you to know, that we see your effort. It matters.

Always, 

Miss Kingdon 

This week's Attendance Champions