Attendance
Joseph Cash 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.
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Inclusive Attendance Professional Development Model
Our attendance approach is fundamentally guided by the Inclusive Attendance professional development model.
Within this model, the four domains of practice ensure the provision of professional learning, professional development, evidence-based practices, and exemplary leadership and management to seamlessly integrate theory into practice.
Year after year, we review and further enhance our attendance practices through dedicated participation in the Inclusive Attendance programme and through our own reflections and joined up working with the Local Authority. This investment allows us to remain at the forefront of educational change and extends unparalleled support to our children and their families, equipping them with access to the finest possible assistance.
Multi-Tiered System of Support
To guarantee a comprehensive approach to attendance, we implement a Multi-Tiered System of Support. A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) for school attendance involves three tiers of intervention, with roles for teachers, the school, children, parents, and external agencies – including the Local Authority. Data-driven decision-making and training requirements are pivotal to the implementation of the system. The system aligns with the Department for Education's (DFE) "Working Together to Improve School Attendance" guidelines.
Some examples of these Tiers/ Steps in action at JC, can been seen here ...
Recognition-Based Approach
Our attendance philosophy is rooted in a recognition-based approach that recognises both personal and collective achievements. This approach serves to thwart isolation, prevent victimisation, cultivate positive environments, nurture relationships, foster inclusivity, and ultimately cultivate intrinsic motivation among our children, families, and staff.
JC Ted will visit classes regularly to present attendance awards. Target pupils have bookmarks for weekly prizes. Half Termly certificates are awarded. Pupils work as Attendance Buddies and support praising attendance across the school.
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. Some key element are ...
Academic Achievement: Regular attendance directly correlates with academic success. Children who attend school consistently are more likely to keep up with the curriculum, perform better in exams, and improve their life outcomes
Knowledge Acquisition: School is where children acquire knowledge and skills that are crucial for their personal and professional growth. Missing days means missing out on valuable learning opportunities.
Social Development: School provides a vital social environment for children and adolescents to interact with peers, develop friendships, and learn essential social skills. Consistent attendance ensures children remain connected to their peer group.
Building Routine: School attendance establishes a structured routine in children’s lives, teaching them time management and responsibility, which are valuable life skills.
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We are dedicated to ensuring that every child excels and reaches their full potential. A crucial part of this mission is guaranteeing excellent attendance, giving students the best possible chance to thrive and enjoy their educational journey.
We monitor each student's attendance meticulously, providing you with termly updates on your child's progress in terms of percentages and days missed. If your child is absent from school without explanation, our Pastoral Team may conduct a home visit to check in with you.
We will talk to parents about pupils attendance % and how many days they have missed. We strive for all pupils to have attendance that is over 96% at the end of the school year.
If pupils are too unwell to attend school, please notify the school via the Studybugs app.
Speak to a member of the team if you need support to access the app.
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