At Thringstone Primary School, we believe every day in school matters. Regular attendance helps children feel settled, build friendships, develop confidence and make the most of every learning opportunity.
Children are expected to attend every school session unless there is a permitted reason for absence. We work closely with families to understand and remove barriers wherever we can. Our approach is supportive, respectful and centred on doing what is best for each child.
We follow national guidance, including Working Together to Improve School Attendance.
Reporting an Absence
If your child is unable to attend school, please contact the school office by 9.00am on each day of absence, unless another arrangement has been agreed.
Please call 01530 222489 or email office@thringstone.leics.sch.uk, giving the reason for the absence and when you expect your child to return.
If we have not received a reason, we will contact you. Unexplained or repeated absence may also be considered as a safeguarding concern.
Punctuality
Morning registration takes place at 9.00am and closes at 9.15am. Children arriving after 9.00am will be recorded as late. Arrival after the register has closed, without an authorised reason, will be recorded as unauthorised absence.
Working with Families
If your child is finding it difficult to attend school, please speak to us as early as possible. We will listen to your child and family, help identify any barriers and agree suitable support.
We may contact families if we notice repeated absence, persistent lateness or a change in attendance. We will consider any SEND, medical or mental health needs and make reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
Leave of Absence During Term Time
Leave during term time may only be authorised in exceptional circumstances.
Requests must be made in advance using the Leave of Absence Form and before making any travel arrangements. The Headteacher will consider each request individually. Leave cannot be authorised retrospectively.
Unauthorised absence may be referred to the Local Authority. The national threshold for considering a Penalty Notice is 10 unauthorised sessions within a rolling period of 10 school weeks.
Attendance Policy
Full details of the school’s attendance procedures and support systems can be found in the Attendance Policy, available on the Policies page of the website.