Education for all (Inclusion)
Our progress so far
Since the release of the Working together to improve school attendance guidance, May 2022, we have been working hard to bring about positive change and improvements to attendance. So far we have: What is working well Attendance is recognised as high strategic priority within Sutton with a Strategic Attendance Steering Group and a strategy and […]The Priorities
Whilst it is clear that we need to improve rates of attendance for all children, particularly those who are persistently or severely absent, there are some cohorts whose experiences and circumstances may require an additional focus and include; The overarching priority is to improve school attendance for all pupils. To achieve these the following five […]The Data
In Sutton we have 70 schools (41 Primary schools, 15 Secondary, 4 special schools, 4 independent special schools, 2 PRU’s and 4 independent schools). 42,861 pupils in Sutton for the academic year 2024/2025, 39,140 of which are of compulsory school age. Pupil Absence Rates by academic year for London Borough of Sutton Rates of school […]Our Approach
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are broad and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. We recognise that some children find it harder than others to attend school and therefore at all stages of improving attendance, schools, and partners along […]Education Safeguarding Team attend Sutton’s White Ribbon Event 2023
On Friday 24th November 2023, the Education Safeguarding Team attended Sutton Council’s White Ribbon Event at Shinner and Sudtone. Sutton Council, with the support of various partners, held a high street event to raise awareness of the White Ribbon campaign to end male violence against women and girls. ‘People need to know that this type […]Read more on Education Safeguarding Team attend Sutton’s White Ribbon Event 2023
Parents – Home educating a child with SEND support needs
Parents have the right to choose to educate their child at home when their child has SEND support needs. Most needs can be well managed at home by parents, by providing a flexible learning environment and adapting lessons to meet their child’s needs. It is recognised that parents can use different approaches to delivering education […]Read more on Parents – Home educating a child with SEND support needs