Attendance
Attendance Events and Training
All of the following sessions will be held at our offices, unless stated otherwise: 1st Floor Cantium House Railway Approach Wallington SM6 0DZ Meeting dates, times, and booking information for each term can be found below. Network Meeting Our School Attendance Network Meetings provide an opportunity for school attendance leads, pastoral staff, and senior leaders […]Flexi-Schooling
What is Flexi-Schooling? Flexi-schooling is an arrangement where a child is registered at school but attends school on a part-time basis while receiving the remainder of their education at home. The child remains on the school’s roll and parents remain responsible for the education provided during the periods when the child is not attending school. […]Reduced Timetables
All pupils of compulsory school age are entitled to a full-time education suitable to their age, aptitude and any special educational needs they may have. In very exceptional circumstances, where it is in a pupil’s best interests, there may be a need for a school to provide less than full-time education through a reduced timetable […]Education Supervision Orders (ESOs)
An Education Supervision Order (ESO) is a legal intervention available under the Children Act 1989. It places a child under the supervision of the Local Authority where the court determines that an order is needed to help secure the child’s education. ESOs form part of Sutton’s Attendance Graduated Response and are intended to provide a […]Attendance Prosecution
Attendance prosecution is a legal intervention available where a parent has failed to ensure their child attends school regularly, as required under the Education Act 1996. Prosecution forms part of Sutton’s Attendance Graduated Response and is considered where attendance concerns persist despite appropriate support, intervention and opportunities for engagement. Before legal proceedings are initiated, the […]Guidance for Schools: Legal Interventions
Formal and Legal Interventions Most attendance concerns can be addressed through early identification, supportive engagement and partnership working with pupils and families. Where attendance does not improve despite appropriate support being offered, schools may need to consider formal or legal interventions in consultation with the Local Authority. Interventions should always be proportionate, evidence-based and supported […]Attendance Legal intervention
Formal and legal interventions may be considered where attendance concerns continue despite support and earlier interventions. Any decision to use these measures will be based on the individual circumstances of the child and family and whether the intervention is appropriate, proportionate and likely to improve attendance. Legal interventions may include: For Schools Guidance on legal […]Attendance Support for Parents and Carers
Regular school attendance gives children the best opportunity to learn, achieve and develop the skills they need for later life. Attending school every day helps children make progress in their learning, build friendships, develop confidence and feel part of their school community. Why Attendance Matters Every child has the right to a full-time education. Good […]Attendance Support for Children and Young People
Why Attendance Matters School isn’t just about lessons — it’s about your future and your wellbeing, you deserve the chance to do well — and going to school regularly helps make that happen. Going to school regularly helps you: Every day in school is a step towards your goals, even if it doesn’t feel like […]Read more on Attendance Support for Children and Young People