Attendance and Punctuality

Please ensure that your child is punctual as late arrivals often disrupt learning.

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Please make sure your child is collected from school on time.

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Young children can become very distressed and feel insecure if they are left at school when all the other children have gone home.

 

🌈 Attendance, Punctuality & Well-Being

At Bushbury Lane Academy, we care deeply about your child’s well-being, and that starts with being in school, on time, every day.

 

⏰ Why it matters:

• Late arrivals disrupt learning and routines.

• Being collected on time helps children feel safe and secure.

• Good attendance builds friendships, confidence, and lifelong habits.

 

📚 Did you know?

• 95% attendance is considered good.

• 90% attendance = 1 day missed every fortnight → 6 months lost over primary years.

• 80% attendance = 1 day missed every week → 1 full year lost.

 

💡 Let’s work together to support your child’s learning, friendships, and future. Every day counts — and so does their happiness.

 

Why is good attendance important?

Good attendance at school is vital for pupils to achieve their full education potential.

Pupils with good attendance records benefit in the following ways:

• Continuity of learning which makes progress and retention easier

• Enhanced performance in assessments

• Continuity of relationships and friendships

• Good habits are formed for later life 

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