Attending school every day ensures your child:

• has the best chance to succeed and reach their potential, achieving their aspirations and the aspirations you have for them.
• has full access to our extensive and engaging curriculum - remember lessons build on what children already know and missing one may make tomorrow's lesson more difficult.
• can make and maintain positive friendships with their peers, as well as supporting your child's physical, social and mental wellbeing.
• learns the importance of good attendance and punctuality, preparing them for the future.

Excellent attendance at school also fulfils your legal duty, as a parent, to make sure your child gets a full-time education that meets their needs.

We know that some children do not find school straightforward or as easy as they would like. We understand this and want to work with your child, and with you, on helping your child feel confident to explain any concerns. We can work together to help provide reassurance and support. If you are struggling with your child's attendance please email Mrs Drayton on enquiries@barkstonsyston.lincs.sch.uk or speak to her at drop-off or collection times.

School attendance and illness:

If you are unsure whether your child is too ill to come to school please follow this NHS guidance:

Is my child too ill for school? - NHS (www.nhs.uk)