Attendance
At Camps Hill Primary School, we believe that excellent attendance is essential for every child’s success. Being in school every day helps children to learn, grow, and thrive socially and academically.
Why Attendance Matters
- Children who attend school regularly achieve more.
- Good attendance supports wellbeing and builds strong routines.
- Absence can disrupt learning and affect progress.
Our Expectations
- Pupils must attend school every day unless there are exceptional circumstances.
- Only the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher can authorise absences.
- Parents/Carers must ensure their child arrives on time and attends every session.
- Parents/Carers must engage with any Attendance Action Plans and Professionals who have become involved in improving attendance at school.
Reporting Absence
If your child is absent, you must:
- Contact the school as early as possible, but definitely before 9.20am on the first day of absence.
- Continue to contact the school each day of the absence.
- Provide medical evidence if requested.
You can report absence via:
- Phone: 01438 233800
- Arbor app
- Email: admin@campshill.herts.sch.uk
Authorising Absence
Parents and carers should be aware that only absences which are unavoidable, or for exceptional reasons, will be authorised.
Persistent & Severe Absence
- Persistent Absence: Attendance below 90%.
- Severe Absence: Attendance below 50%.
We work closely with families to support improved attendance and may involve external agencies if needed.
Lateness
Being late affects learning and wellbeing. Children arriving after registration (9.00am for most pupils) will be marked as late.
School Day Timings:
- Reception–Year 6: 8.45am–3.15pm
- Nursery AM: 8.40am–11.40am
- Nursery PM: 12.10pm–3.10pm
Leave of Absence
- Holidays during term time are not permitted unless there are exceptional circumstances.
- Requests must be made in writing using the school’s form below. Paper copies are available from the school office.
- Unauthorised leave may result in Hertfordshire County Council issuing a fixed penalty of up £80 per child, per parent.
Support for Families
We understand that some children face barriers to attendance. We offer:
- Individual support plans
- Family meetings
- Referrals to external services
- Reasonable adjustments for medical or SEND needs
Key Contacts
- Daily Attendance Queries: School Office, via admin@campshill.herts.sch.uk or 01438 233800
- Deputy Headteacher: Mrs Zoe Fleming via admin@campshill.herts.sch.uk
- Headteacher: Ms Emma Murray via admin@campshill.herts.sch.uk
Legal Framework
Attendance is a legal requirement. Penalty notices may be issued after 10 sessions of unauthorised absence within a 10-week period. Continued non-attendance may lead to prosecution.