Attendance and Punctuality

Find out how to report an absence at the Academy.

Excellent Attendance and Punctuality

It is an expectation that students attend the Academy every day and on time for their lessons. Absence from the Academy has a negative impact on a child’s education. High attendance is a priority at Ormiston SWB Academy. Successful students have excellent attendance.

Student Absence

Students should only be absent from the Academy for valid reasons such as genuine illness or Academy arranged activities. The following reasons for absences will not be authorised: holidays – regardless of the reason, full day absences for short medical appointments, special birthday celebrations, etc. If there is an emergency or crisis situation that is unforeseen, please follow the academy absence reporting procedures.

It is vital that all absences are reported to the Academy. This should be done before 8:40am on the first day of absence and on each consecutive day. Student absences must be reported on the ParentMail App or absence line on 01902 493797 (option 1) outlining the following information;

Child’s name
Year group
Form group
Contact number
Reason for absence

Students should be encouraged to make appointments at the end of the Academy day or in the holidays where possible. If this is not possible, we would expect students to attend before and after the appointment where reasonably possible.

Academy Holiday Views

The Principal will not authorise any holiday during term time. All parent/carers have been informed of this decision. The consequences of an unauthorised holiday may include;