At Ewyas Harold Primary, we are proud of our strong attendance rates and the positive impact this has on children’s learning, wellbeing, and sense of belonging. This page is dedicated to highlighting the importance of good attendance and how we can work together to maintain these high standards.
Regular attendance is essential for every child. Herefordshire Council emphasises that attending school consistently gives children the best possible chance to achieve their full potential and receive a high-quality education. Every day in school helps children build knowledge, develop friendships, and grow in confidence.
As parents and carers, you play a vital role in supporting good attendance. When a child is registered at school, there is a responsibility to ensure they attend every day the school is open, except in exceptional circumstances such as illness or authorised absence. Establishing positive habits early helps children understand the importance of education and sets them up for future success.
We kindly ask families to continue supporting excellent attendance by:
- Ensuring children attend school every day and arrive on time
- Reporting absences promptly
- Avoiding holidays during term time wherever possible
Our Commitment to Families
We understand that from time to time, challenges can arise which impact attendance. As a school, we are fully committed to working in partnership with families to support every child in attending regularly and feeling happy in school.
If you have any concerns about your child’s attendance, wellbeing, or any barriers to coming to school, we strongly encourage you to reach out to us as soon as possible. There is support available, and by working together we can put the right help in place to ensure your child feels confident and able to attend school.
Whether your child is experiencing difficulties with attendance, finding it hard to come into school, or returning after a period of absence, we are here to help and guide you every step of the way.
By continuing to work in partnership, we can build on the excellent attendance we already have and ensure that every child benefits fully from their education.