The School Day

Attendance Matters at Christ Church CofE Primary School

Why Good Attendance is Essential

At Christ Church CofE Primary School, we know that attending school every day is crucial for every child’s learning, wellbeing and future success. Pupils who are regularly in school:

• Make better progress in their learning

• Build stronger friendships

• Develop good routines and habits for life

Missing just one day can mean missing out on vital learning and experiences. Every school day counts!

Our School Day

Please make sure your child arrives on time and is ready to start their day:

EYFS & KS1

Start of Day  8:45am (doors open)

End of Day 3:15pm

Lunchtime 12:00pm – 1:00pm

KS2

Start of Day 8:45am (doors open)

End of Day 3:20pm

Lunchtime12:15pm – 1:10pm

• School doors open: 8:45am

• School doors close: 8:55am (all children must be in class and ready to learn by this time)

• Please collect your child promptly at the end of the school day.

Government Guidance and School Attendance

We follow the Department for Education’s (DfE) guidance on attendance. Regular attendance is a legal requirement, and it helps us keep your child safe and support their learning.

• Working Together to Improve School Attendance (DfE Guidance)

• School attendance: Guidance for schools, academies, independent schools and local authorities (DfE)

Key Points for Parents and Carers:

• Good attendance: Aim for 100% – every day matters.

• Lateness: Arriving after 8:55am means missing out on valuable learning time and may be recorded as late.

• Reporting absence: If your child is unwell and cannot attend, please inform the school office as soon as possible.

• Holidays: Term-time holidays are not authorised except in exceptional circumstances.

For more information, please see our Attendance Policy or contact the school office if you have any questions or need support.

Thank you for supporting your child’s education by ensuring excellent attendance and punctuality!

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