How can I reward good and improved school attendance and punctuality?
It is important to praise and reward good attendance and punctuality. Even small successes such as arriving on time when first lesson is their worst, can encourage your child. Rewards do not have to cost money, for example. • Allowing your child to have their favourite tea • Allowing your child to choose what to watch on television that evening • Set aside some quality time with your child • Invite a friend round for tea • Extra time for enjoyable activities e.g. games console or hobbies What is an authorised absence? Where the school has given approval in advance or has accepted an explanation offered afterwards. By authorising a pupil’s absence the school is condoning it and saying they agree it is a good reason for that child to be absent. Only schools can authorise an absence. A letter or telephone conversation does not automatically mean an absence will be authorised. Following contact the school will make the decision as to whether they will authorise the absence. Acceptable reas
