School Attendance

Thank you to all families for the improved communication and commitment to attendance at school. This has led to already significant improvement in students in class learning.

We are committed to continuing to improve our attendance practice and procedures to support student outcomes in learning and wellbeing. 

We know there are many reasons for non-attendance at school ranging from personal, medical, family, education, relationship and community factors. Our goal is to promote strong school attendance and the importance of attending daily. We will work in partnership with families when low attendance occurs. Our focus foremost is on prevention of educational risk due to low attendance, and we ask all parents to maintain the message with students that every day of attendance matters. 

How can you help?

• Plan holidays and family events for non-school days.

• Try to schedule appointments for the end of the school day

• Make sure your child attends school every day unless they are ill.

• Ensure your child has a good routine before school, including sleep practices. 

How can we help?

• Teachers show a genuine interest in your child’s wellbeing and future success by building positive relationships. 

• House Coordinators monitor and support students in their academic and wellbeing needs. 

• College Counsellors are available to support any mental health concerns your child may be facing.

If you child/ren are absent or you have questions regarding absences please contact the Student Services Office (SSO) on 02 681558 or absent@redbendcc.nsw.edu.au