Reporting absences
What should parents do if their child is absent?
Telephone: 01332 551 921 or
Email: attendance@woodlands.ttct.co.uk
We endeavour to answer all telephone calls, but at busy times, and especially early in the morning, we are not always able to speak to everyone and if this is the case, please leave a message on the answer phone.
When telephoning the school, please state clearly your child’s name, tutor group, the reason for absence and the expected date of return. Please ensure you ring every day so we can account for your child’s absence.
We know that sometimes children cannot come to school because they are really unwell – and that’s the right thing to do for them and other students. However, medical advice is clear that children with a mild illness will often be well enough to attend – for example, if they have a cough or cold without a temperature. The NHS guidance: Is my child too ill for school? – NHS is designed to support parents/carers in their decision-making about mild illness.
What the school will do if your child is absent
If we have not heard from you, we will contact you on the first day of absence. If we have not been able to make contact, we will attempt a home visit. If a child is absent from school for more than 3 days, we will attempt to visit the home to check if any support is needed.
