Attendance

At STAGS, our community is at its best when every student is here to share in it. Being in school every day isn't just about achieving great results - it's key to building confidence, staying connected and feeling supported. We look forward to welcoming our students through the door every single day.

Regular attendance and punctuality are vital for academic progress, social connection, and overall wellbeing. In line with Department for Education guidance (Working Together to Improve School Attendance), supporting good attendance is a shared partnership between the school, students and families.

Our school attendance target for all students is 96% - at least in line with national averages. Research shows that regular attendance helps students feel confident, stay on track with their learning and build strong friendships.

We monitor attendance closely and will reach out to offer support if your child’s attendance falls below 96%. If you notice your child becoming reluctant to attend school, please contact their Director of Learning or the Student Support Officer as early as possible so we can work together to help.

More information can be found in our Attendance Policy here.

Details on our school day can be found here.

Late Arrivals/ Leaving Early

If a student arrives late to school (after 8.35am) they must sign in at Student Reception before going to lessons. Students arriving after 8:35am but before 8.55am will be given an L code late mark. Students arriving after 8.55am will be given a U code meaning absence is unauthorised. Any students leaving before the end of the school day for any reason must sign out at Student Reception before they leave.

Students may only leave early if the Attendance Officer has been advised by a parent or carer by email absence@stags.aetrust.uk via Edulink notification or telephone 01727 853134 option 1 for attendance.

You may find the following websites useful for information and guidance: 

Childrens Commissioner.gov.uk - Back into school resources for parents

NHS Live-well - Is my child too ill for school

Every Mind Matters - supporting others/children's mental health

Childrens Commissioner gov.uk - Guide for parents on school attendance

Attendance Escalation Process