Attendance Statistics

Our whole-school attendance target for this year remains 96%. Attendance continues to be a key priority and is a central focus within our School Development Plan.

To support this, Miss Kim Jewers is available before school each day to meet with parents and carers regarding any attendance matters. Current attendance figures for each class, as well as for the whole school, are shared regularly on our school notice boards and on the school website to keep families fully informed.

I also deliver weekly attendance assemblies, during which pupils are updated on their class’s attendance. The three classes with the highest attendance each week receive the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Attendance Stars. These stars are displayed both in the winning classrooms and in the school foyer, where the successful classes are celebrated.

In addition, our main school entrance features a vibrant Whole School Attendance Display. This display includes class "Puffins," which visually track each class’s attendance as their buses move closer to the school—aiming to arrive just in time for the bell! This engaging display helps pupils clearly see the progress their class is making.

How Farne Promotes Good School Attendance – In Brief

• Weekly Attendance Assembly celebrating classes and pupils through Attendance Stars.
• First-Day Response system to promptly follow up any absence.
• Visible Attendance Displays around school to keep expectations clear.
• Regular Communication of whole-school attendance figures in newsletters and on the school website.
• Robust Monitoring by Miss Jewers, who follows up all absences consistently.
• Support from SLA Attendance Officer (Grant Short) to address issues and concerns.
• Attendance Prioritised in the School Development Plan to ensure whole-school focus.
• High Attendance Target of 96% to set ambitious expectations.
• Parental Information Leaflets outlining the impact of both high and low attendance.
• Attendance Charts displayed on school notice boards.
• Unauthorised Term-Time Holidays, with clear guidance for families.
• Appointments Expected Outside School Hours where possible; consultancy appointments accepted.
• Requirement for Appointment Letters when pupils need to leave school early.