Regular Attendance at School is Vital!

• Did you know that research has shown that children lose out when they are chronically absent from school ( that is, they miss nearly a month of school over the school year).
• Going to school in the early years of school is especially critical to ensure a strong foundation.
• Chronic absenteeism in the early years of schooling is associated with difficulty in reading and comprehension, which will affect all aspects of a child's schooling.
• If families are planning on being away for an extended period of time, this must be communicated with the school and approved by the school Principal. The CECG Policy states:

“ Planned absences of more than 25 school days (including 25 part-days) in a twelve-month period

period for reasons other than sick leave (S) require prior consideration and approval, or they

will be considered unapproved/unjustified absences (in line with a school’s discretion

regarding any absence in paragraphs 4.6 - 4.7). This ensures that extended absences do not breach

legal obligations for students to attend school or undermine a student’s education.”

• The figures below are the CECG outlines for attendance in our Archdiocese schools. Frequent absences are detrimental to a child's education, and schools must follow up with families regarding frequent absences. 

If you have any questions about attendance, please do not hesitate to contact the school.