Prince Bishops Primary School is proudly recognised as an Inclusive Attendance school. Our unwavering commitment to attendance centres around child-centric actions, evidence-informed practices, and a shared understanding of everyone's roles and collective responsibilities to promote exceptional attendance.

Inclusive Attendance Professional Development Model

Our attendance approach is fundamentally guided by the Inclusive Attendance professional development model. Comprising six tailored Learning Modules, this model empowers us to deepen our understanding by facilitating continuous professional learning for all staff.

Multi-Tiered System of Support

To guarantee a comprehensive approach to attendance, we implement a Multi-Tiered System of Support which involves three tiers of intervention, with roles for teachers, the school, children, parents, and external agencies – including the Local Authority.  The system aligns with the Department for Education's (DFE) "Working Together to Improve School Attendance" guidelines. 

Tier 1 - Universal Approach: Establishing a baseline universal attendance approach that benefits all children. 

Tier 2 - Individualised Strategies and Early Help Support: Tailoring strategies to individual needs and providing early help support for persistent attendance challenges.

Tier 3 - Higher Needs Strategies Support: Furnishing specialised support for children, young people, and families with complex attendance requirements, including access to external agency support when necessary.

Recognition-Based Approach

Our attendance philosophy is rooted in a recognition-based approach that recognises both personal and collective achievements. This approach serves to cultivate positive environments, nurture relationships, foster inclusivity, and ultimately cultivate intrinsic motivation.

• Pupil half termly attendance: for every full week a child does, their name is placed in a draw for the end of the half term.
• Class half termly attendance: At the end of each half term, the class with the best attendance, given a class treat.
• Recognition award: Children who have achieved success in their attendance nominated by staff.
• Texts are sent in recognition of improvements.

The Importance of School Attendance

School attendance is not merely a requirement but a fundamental pillar of education. It plays a pivotal role in shaping academic success, personal growth, and future prospects, making it an indispensable aspect of any educational system.  Regular attendance to school can have a significant impact on: 

-              Academic Achievement

-              Knowledge Acquisition

-              Social Development

-              Building Routine

-              Teacher Interaction

-              School Engagement

-              Legal and Parental Responsibility

Too ill to attend school?​

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Children can attend school with minor ailments (toothache, headache, stomach ache, cold, sore throat etc.) as over the counter medicines can be given before school. We will always contact home if they become too ill to remain in school and please feel free to contact us to see how they are getting on during the day. Children should be off school for 48 hours if they have diarrhoea and/or vomiting. Again, please contact us if you are unsure how long your child should be absent with an illness.

Leave of Absence During Term Time

It is unlawful for the headteacher to authorise a leave of absence, including holidays, unless there are exceptional circumstances. If you wish to apply, please use the form below.