We are currently getting lots of requests from parents for extended leave during term time. Please be aware that periods of extended leave will not be authorised during term time - if you take your child out of school for extended leave then you will be fined and your child will be in danger of losing their place in school.

It is vital that your child is in school every day and on time - a reminder that the school gates close at 8:45 each day. As the attached table shows, even a small amount of time missed can have a huge impact on your child's development and could lead to them falling significantly behind their peers.

We are currently updating our attendance policy, key points include:

• The introduction of a 'golden time' activity afternoon for the class with the best weekly attendance
• Termly prize draw for each key stage for all children with over 96% attendance for that term. Prizes will be £50 vouchers for a family activity such as bowling or the cinema
• Mr. Foley and Mr. Stephenson will be inviting parents of children with concerning attendance into school to discuss ways to improve attendance and support we can offer. All about working in partnership.

Whole school attendance was 96.1% last week.

We have a FAMILY SUPPORT & SCHOOL NURSE available in school. If you need to talk to one of them, contact the main school office.